New Mac Mini Setup stuck at Sign in to Your Apple Account window when using Keyboard (no mouse)

When setting up a new Mac mini without a mouse, you can navigate through the setup pages using keyboard shortcuts (accessibility tools).

While other pages function correctly, there is an issue with “Sign in to Your Apple Account” page.


The cursor will get stuck at the “Create New Apple Account” option and is unable to be moved to the subsequent item.


This impedes the ability to select “Set Up Later” or “Continue.”

Posted on Oct 27, 2025 10:07 PM

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Posted on Oct 28, 2025 9:02 AM

Most any PC or Generic USB mouse will work on a USB-C to USB-A adapter to complete the setup.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PDLQ555/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?


Dig out, borrow one from a friend or buy an inexpensive USB mouse if you do not have one to use with the new Mac mini.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-3-Button-Wired-Computer-1-Pack/dp/B005EJH6RW/ref=sr_1_1_ffob_sspa?

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-B100-Corded-Mouse-Computers/dp/B003L62T7W/ref=sr_1_1?

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Oct 28, 2025 9:02 AM in response to arvinto

Most any PC or Generic USB mouse will work on a USB-C to USB-A adapter to complete the setup.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PDLQ555/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?


Dig out, borrow one from a friend or buy an inexpensive USB mouse if you do not have one to use with the new Mac mini.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-3-Button-Wired-Computer-1-Pack/dp/B005EJH6RW/ref=sr_1_1_ffob_sspa?

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-B100-Corded-Mouse-Computers/dp/B003L62T7W/ref=sr_1_1?

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New Mac Mini Setup stuck at Sign in to Your Apple Account window when using Keyboard (no mouse)

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