I need help turning my iPhone into a mouse. I can't find the mouse option on my iPhone 13 settings, even under the general.
iPhone 13, iOS 16
Heya--!
If you've not yet worked it out, note that while this would be an awesome feature to have, the creator of the viral video it's based on has since indicated that it was not real and just a sketch/bit/prank/parody/joke depending on what gen you might be from.
Hi DanF313,
Thank you for using the Apple Support Communities! We would like to clarify. Are you referring to adding a pointer device such a mouse to your iPhone? If so, this can be found under AssistiveTouch in Accessibility. To set up AssistiveTouch and add a pointer device, please see the steps below:
Set up AssistiveTouch
Siri: Say something like: “Turn on AssistiveTouch” or “Turn off AssistiveTouch.” Learn how to use Siri.
Or do the following:
1. Go to Settings> Accessibility > Touch > AssistiveTouch.
2. Turn on AssistiveTouch.
3. To customize AssistiveTouch, tap any of the following:
* Customize Top Level Menu: Tap an icon to change its action. Tapor
to change the number of icons in the menu. The menu can have up to eight icons.
* Single-Tap, Double-Tap, Long Press, or 3D Touch: Assign custom actions that run when you interact with the menu button. 3D Touch is available only on supported iPhone models.
* Create New Gesture: Add your favorite gestures.
* Idle Opacity: Adjust the visibility of the menu button when not in use.
* Confirm with AssistiveTouch: On an iPhone with Face ID, confirm payments with Face ID by using AssistiveTouch instead of double-clicking the side button.
Tip: To turn AssistiveTouch on or off quickly, set up Accessibility Shortcut, then triple-click the side button or Home button (depending on your iPhone model).
Add a pointer device
You can connect Bluetooth and USB assistive pointer devices, such as trackpads, joysticks, and mouse devices.
1. Go to Settings
2. Turn on AssistiveTouch.
3. Below Pointer Devices, tap any of the following:
* Devices: Pair or unpair devices and customize buttons.
* Mouse Keys: Allow the AssistiveTouch pointer to be controlled using the keyboard number pad.
* Pointer Style: Adjust the size, color, and auto-hide settings.
* Show Onscreen Keyboard: Display the onscreen keyboard.
* Always Show Menu: Show the AssistiveTouch menu when a pointer device is connected.
* Tracking speed: Drag the slider to adjust the speed.
* Drag Lock: Turn on to enable dragging.
* Zoom Pan: Choose Continuous, Centered, or Edges.
See Change the pointer appearance when using a mouse or trackpad with iPhone.
Hope this helps!
Have a great day.
While the "iPhone as a Magic Mouse" integrated functionality was a prank, there are apps which will let you use your iphone not as a mouse, but more like a wireless trackpad. just search for it in the App store and pick one that feels right for you. But as of IOS 17.5.1, Settings... Mouse... <shake to activate> is not a thing. (",)
That was a fake video. There is actually no mouse option in settings.You can try using an app from the App Store, but it might not be good.
I am having trouble finding the mouse option on my iPhone 13. I have tried going to the settings and general section, but it doesn't seem to be there. Can you please suggest a solution or share any helpful resources? Thank you. This is what I like to do. Check out this short video. https://youtu.be/IJv2KQqPnL4
Hi. No, it’s not about that. I have the same. I saw videos that people have Mouse button in General settings. When you shake your iPhone and it turns into a mouse for your MacBook. But I just don’t have this button in settings. And I’m updated to 17.4.1
Download any of the numerous apps Available in the AppStore that provide this functionality
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