BetterMouse
Utility improving 3rd party mouse performance and functionalities
For MacFreeWhat is BetterMouse?
Utility improving 3rd party mouse performance and functionalities
Install with Homebrew
brew install --cask bettermouseHow to Install BetterMouse on Mac
Follow these steps to install BetterMouse using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.
- 1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
- 2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
- 3
Run
brew install --cask bettermousePaste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask bettermouse - 4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm bettermouse is installed, then try `bettermouse --version` to check the version number.
- 5
Launch BetterMouse
Run `bettermouse` in your Terminal to start using it.
Troubleshooting
- • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with
sudo. - • If Homebrew can't find the package, run
brew updatefirst to refresh the package list. - • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at
/opt/homebrew(the default for M-series chips).
Key Features
Easy installation via Homebrew
Regular updates and maintenance
Free to use
Professional support available
Pros
- Simple one-command installation
- Well-maintained and regularly updated
- Completely free to use
Cons
- Requires Homebrew to be installed
- macOS only
Frequently Asked Questions about BetterMouse
How do I install BetterMouse on Mac?
brew install --cask bettermouse. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run bettermouse from Terminal.Is BetterMouse free?
How do I uninstall BetterMouse?
brew uninstall --cask bettermouse. Homebrew will remove BetterMouse and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.What are alternatives to BetterMouse?
How do I update BetterMouse to the latest version?
brew upgrade --cask bettermouse in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.Does BetterMouse work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
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Install with Homebrew