📚 Main Topics
- Functionality of External Mouse ButtonsDiscusses how most external mouse buttons are non-functional on a MacBook.
- Enabling Mouse ButtonsIntroduces methods to enable the side buttons of an external mouse on a MacBook.
- Software RecommendationsSuggests specific software tools to enhance mouse functionality.
✨ Takeaways
- Universal CompatibilityAny external mouse can work with a MacBook, regardless of the brand.
- Software Solutions
- Sensible Side ButtonsA free tool that allows the side buttons of the mouse to function properly.
- BetterTouchToolA more comprehensive tool that offers additional features beyond mouse button functionality, including trackpad gestures and window management.
🧠Lessons
- Installation Process
- Download and install the recommended software from the provided links.
- After installation, enable the software and configure the settings as needed.
- TroubleshootingIf the external mouse does not work after restarting the MacBook, a refresh may be necessary to restore functionality.
- VersatilityThe enabled side buttons can be used across various applications, including Finder, Safari, and Chrome, enhancing navigation efficiency.
This video provides a practical guide for MacBook users looking to maximize the functionality of their external mice, making everyday tasks easier and more efficient.