Can I connect Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse separately to MacBook Pro M1 and Windows laptop without compromising connectivity?

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Can I connect Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse separately to MacBook Pro M1 and Windows laptop without compromising connectivity?

I have a Magic Keyboard and Mouse that are mostly used with a MacBook Pro M1. From time to time I also have to use a Windows laptop but not both at the same time. I would be grateful if someone would confirm whether or not I can connect to these separately without compromising connectivity to either.

It is for fear of compromising this connectivity that I haven't tried it!

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Posted on Mar 17, 2025 4:57 AM

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Tesserax

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Mar 17, 2025 1:28 PM in response to Milvus70

Short answer: Yes, you can connect the Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse separately to both your MacBook and Windows laptops, but switching back and forth may require re-pairing. Using a wired connection or a Bluetooth switch can make the process smoother.

A bit longer answer:

Apple’s Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse can only maintain an active Bluetooth connection with one device at a time.
If you pair them with your Windows laptop, they will temporarily disconnect from the MacBook.
To switch back, you will need to reconnect them manually in Bluetooth settings on the Mac or use a wired connection.
One option to simplify this is if you have a Lightning to USB-A or USB-C cable, you can connect both peripherals via USB when switching between devices. This allows you to use them instantly without needing to re-pair via Bluetooth.