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title: "How does a computer mouse connect to a device?"  
description: "How does a computer mouse connect to a device?"  
author: "Mukul Goenka"  
published: 2023-10-08  
updated: 2023-10-11  
canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/102400/how-does-a-computer-mouse-connect-to-a-device  
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# How does a computer mouse connect to a device?



## Answers

### Answer by Saumya Mishra

There are two main ways that a [computer](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/102343/what-is-a-computer-power-button-used-for) mouse can [connect](https://www.mindstick.com/interview/369/what-is-jquery-connect) to a [device](https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/102353/what-essential-parts-make-up-a-desktop-computer):

- **Wired:** Wired mouse uses a cable to connect to the device. The cable is typically plugged into a [USB](https://www.mindstick.com/news/2646/bis-releases-usb-type-c-charging-port-standards) [port](https://www.mindstick.com/interview/878/which-tcp-ip-port-does-sql-server-run-on-how-can-it-be-changed) on the device.
- **[Wireless](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/332047/why-is-wireless-technology-important):** Wireless mouse uses a wireless [connection](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/123/connection-string) to connect to the device. The wireless connection can be either **[Bluetooth](https://www.mindstick.com/blog/11658/all-you-need-to-know-about-bluetooth-5) or RF (radio frequency).**

**Wired mice** are the most common type of mouse. They are generally less [expensive](https://www.mindstick.com/interview/94/why-can-a-group-by-or-order-by-clause-be-expensive-to-process) than wireless mouse and they provide a more reliable connection. However, a wired mouse can be less convenient to use, especially if you need to move your computer around frequently.

**Wireless mouse** are becoming [increasingly popular](https://yourviews.mindstick.com/view/85197/benefits-of-electric-vehicles-why-ev-s-are-becoming-increasingly-popular). They are more convenient to use than wired mouse because you don't have to worry about a cable getting tangled or in the way. However, a wireless mouse can be more expensive than a wired mouse and the connection may not be as reliable.

To connect a wired mouse to a device, simply plug the cable into a USB port on the device. The mouse should be detected automatically and you should be able to start using it immediately.

To connect a wireless mouse to a device, you will need to pair the mouse with the device. This process will vary depending on the type of wireless connection that the mouse uses. For Bluetooth mice, you will typically need to go to the Bluetooth settings on your device and add a new device. For RF mice, you will typically need to plug the USB receiver that came with the mouse into a USB port on your device.

Once the mouse is paired with the device, you should be able to start using it immediately.


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