Keyboard & mouse sharing

Use one keyboard and mouse across Mac and Windows computers. Move across a screen edge to switch input, then customize modifier keys, language switching and key mappings.

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   Sign in to the same account

   On the computer and mobile device, open Settings → Sign in. Use Google, Apple, Microsoft or email; on first launch, continue directly from the sign-in screen. Use the same provider and account on both devices, then verify the account name and access. Another account may not appear in device discovery. Complete the trial/license prompt on an unlicensed computer before connecting.

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   Prepare both computers

   Open Any Display on both computers, check the account and shared network, then open Keyboard & mouse on the computer with your keyboard and mouse. This shares input without video; watch each computer’s own monitor. Check required Accessibility permission on Mac.

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   Open the sharing setup

   Check the other computer’s name and press Share keyboard & mouse. Confirm My screen and the destination. Use Remote control instead when you need a video of the other computer’s screen.

   

4. 4

   Set direction and Transition monitor

   Choose Left, Right, Top or Bottom to match the physical location of the other computer. Transition monitor selects the monitor edge used to switch. For a computer on your left, choose Left and move the pointer beyond that monitor’s left edge.

   

5. 5

   Start sharing and accept

   Press Start sharing and accept the request on the other computer. Check the device before saving any always-allow/ignore choice. Cross the configured edge and type in a text editor on the other computer. View each screen on its own monitor.

6. 6

   Return to your computer

   Use Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Esc, shown in setup, for a forced return. If switching is unexpected, check the edge, direction and Transition monitor. Reconnect after changing placement options and verify again.

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   Advanced key settings

   Open Advanced → Modifier keys to map Control, Option and Command to the other system. Language switch key identifies the local input-method shortcut; keep automatic detection if correct. Add mapping pairs a specific local key with a destination key. Without a mapping, keys are forwarded unchanged. Verify in a text editor.

   

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   End sharing and manage permission

   Use Disconnect when finished. Review saved connection permissions in Settings. For missing input, first check both apps, connection state and Mac Accessibility permission. Choose Remote control or Extend & mirror when you need video as well.