imac keeps freezing no mouse or keyboard

On System Preferences screen, click on General and uncheck Allow handoff between this Mac and your iCloud devices option. Some users have reported fixing the problem by disabling the Handoff feature on Mac.Ĭlick on Apple icon in top-menu bar and select System Preferences… in the dropdown menu. If you are using a USB Hub, remove the Mouse from USB Hub and plug it directly into the USB Port of Mac. To rule out this possibility, plug the Mouse into another USB Port and see if it starts working better. Change USB PortĪnother common reason is due to the USB Port on your Mac not playing well with the Mouse due to some technical glitch. Remove all the USB connected devices from your Mac (except Mouse & Keyboard), restart your Mac and see if this improves the performance of your Mouse.

Sometimes, interference from USB 3.0 devices can prevent Mouse and Keyboard from functioning properly. Wait for your Mac to completely Shut Down > Wait for another 30 seconds and Restart your Mac. Sometimes, the problem is due to stuck programs or processes interfering with the functioning of Mouse on your Mac.Ĭlick on the Apple Logo in top-menu bar and select Restart option in the dropdown menu.

To confirm, replace the battery on your Mouse with a New battery and see if it helps in fixing the problem. Replace BatteriesĪ common reason for laggy or slow Mouse on Mac is due to the Batteries losing their power and becoming weak.

Take a good look at the back of your Mouse and make sure that the laser opening is not being blocked by dirt/debris.Īlso, clean the Mouse Pad and see if it needs to be replaced (Worn out, Dirty).

Imac keeps freezing no mouse or keyboard