Pair Microsoft Designer Keyboard To Mac

 

The Microsoft Bluetooth® Keyboard features a wireless design at exceptional value. Save time and be more productive with built-in shortcuts Including dedicated Office 365., search and emoji keys, easy access to media controls, apps, screen snipping, calculator, volume and more. Designed to perform as beautifully as it looks. With its ultra-thin and modern look, the Designer Bluetooth® Desktop complements the look of your desk. It wirelessly pairs to your laptop or tablet with the latest Bluetooth Smart technology– instantly connecting without wires or dongles to manage. A full-sized keyboard with built-in number pad and mouse will keep you productive at your desk.

Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad work wirelessly with your Mac via Bluetooth when they're paired and turned on.

If your devices came with a new iMac, they're already paired with the computer. Just turn them on when you first turn on your Mac. To make sure that your device is turned on, check its power switch. If green is visible, the device is on.

If you bought your devices separately — or if they've become unpaired from your Mac — follow the steps below to pair them.

How to set up your wireless device

Follow these steps to set up your Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, or Magic Trackpad:

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  1. Connect a Lightning to USB Cable1 or a USB-C to Lightning Cable to the Lightning port on the device2 and connect the other end of the cable to your Mac.
  2. Make sure that the device's power switch is in the ON position. (Green is visible under the switch when the device is on.)
  3. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth to open the Bluetooth preferences window. When the device pairs with your Mac, it appears in the list of devices.
  4. Check the Bluetooth preferences window to see your device's charge level. When the device is charged, unplug it for wireless use.

How To Pair Keyboard With Mac

1. If your Bluetooth device came with an iMac, a Lightning to USB cable was also included in the box.
2. Magic Mouse can't be used while connected to the cable.

If your device won't connect

If you’re unable to connect your device, learn what to do.

How to set up earlier Apple wireless devices

If your Apple wireless device doesn't have a Lightning port, use a wired mouse or trackpad — or the built-in trackpad if you're using a Mac notebook — then follow these steps to set up your earlier Apple wireless devices (such as the Apple Wireless Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad):

  1. Turn on your device.
  2. Wait until your device's LED starts blinking, which means that it's in Discoverable Mode. (If the LED is on but not blinking, your device is already paired with another host. To unpair it, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth. Hover the pointer over the device you want to remove, then click the button that appears next to the device's name. Turn the device off, then start again at step 1.)
  3. Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth.
  4. Wait while your Mac searches for your device. When your device appears in Bluetooth preferences, click Pair1.

1. Apple Wireless Keyboard requires the passcode that appears on your Mac. Enter the 8-digit passcode on the keyboard, then press Return. Earlier models of Apple Wireless Mouse or Apple Magic Trackpad will connect automatically or show a dialog. If you see a dialog, click Pair or press Return.

Note: Some products might not be available in your country or region.

Pair Microsoft Designer Keyboard To Mac

The Microsoft Bluetooth Keyboard has a thin modern design that’s made for faster typing while complementing your workspace.

How

Requirements

To get set up, you’ll need a PC that’s running Windows 10 with support for Bluetooth 4.0 or later. This keyboard supports Swift Pair in Windows 10 for faster pairing. To use the Office key or the Emoji key, you’ll need a PC that’s running Windows 10 Version 1903 or later.

Connect your keyboard

  1. Press and hold the pair button on the bottom of the keyboard for 5 seconds, until the LED starts to flash.

  2. On your Windows 10 PC, select Connect if a notification appears for your keyboard, then wait for it to get set up.
    Don’t see the notification? Select the Start button, then select Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices > Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth > Microsoft Bluetooth Keyboard > Done.

Express yourself with emojis

Let people know if you’re , , or in between . Just press the Emoji key and select the emojis that say it all for you. With the Emoji key, you can add emojis quickly—just like you would on your phone.

Microsoft Office at your fingertips

Get to your Microsoft Office apps in a second with the Office key on your Microsoft Bluetooth Keyboard. Want to open Word quickly? Just press the Office key + W. With the Office key, you can get to the Office apps you use every day without taking your hands off the keyboard. To learn more, see Using the Office key.

Download the Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center

Pair Microsoft Designer Keyboard To Macbook

Customize hot keys for easy access to media controls and your favorite apps by using the Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center. To get the app, see Mouse and Keyboard Center download.