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MX Master 4 Tips & Tricks

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  • DPI 1600–2400 for 4K; 1200 for 1080p
  • Scroll MagSpeed: Ratchet for docs, Free-spin for code
  • Thumb Wheel Horizontal scroll / timeline scrub
  • Gesture Btn Hold + move: window mgmt, virtual desktops

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How Fast Can You Click?

High Score: 0 CPS

10-second test. Click the big button as fast as you can. Works with MX Master, touchpad, or trackball.

Time: 0.0s Clicks: 0 CPS: 0.0

Last Attempts

CPS = clicks per second. Pro tip: set ratchet mode for consistency.

DPI Playground

Pick your monitor resolution and tune DPI. Copy your recommendation in one click.

600 1800 DPI 3000

Tip: higher res → slightly higher DPI; dial back for pixel-perfect design work.

Quick Setup

  1. Install Logi Options+ and connect your expensive little rodent via Logi Bolt or Bluetooth.
  2. Set DPI between 1600–2400 (4K) or 1200 (1080p).
  3. Assign the Gesture button to Mission Control/Task View. Map directions to Snap Left/Right, Desktop Next/Prev.
  4. Map the Thumb wheel to horizontal scroll or timeline (NLE/DAW).
  5. Create App-specific mappings for VS Code, Figma, Chrome, Excel, Photoshop, Premiere.

Tip: Use per-app profiles, not global, to avoid conflicts and disaster…

Does The Mx Master 4 Ditch That Sticky Plastic?


Yes! Logitech has finally ditched the rubberized material that would break apart and get sticky after absorbing a couple pints of nerd sweat. It now has a harder shell more akin to a traditional mouse. And while this may feel less 'premium' to some, it has turned my Mx Master from an occassional peripheral to my daily driver. I do a lot of walking and working. I generally spend the first half of the day with my laptop on my stationary bike or treadmill.


This means I produce way more sweat than I would if I were stationary. Even under normal use, the oils and sweat from my hands would eat away at the Mx Master 3s and turn it gross. Fortunately that is no longer an issue.


Does The White Mx Master 4 Stain Like the 3?


No, thanks to the new, hard plastic your crisp, clean, white mouse will not stain like its pale predecessor. The 3 series would turn yellow and become almost chemically stained. The areas around the thumb rest and the the back of the mouse turned an awful yellow color.


What Is The Difference Between the Mac, Adobe Edition (Best Buy Only), and regular Mx Master 4?


There are very little meaningful differences between the various editions of the Mx Master 4. However, of the options, the Mac edition is definitely the worst value. In every other version of the mouse a really adorable USB-C dongle is included, but not for us Apple lovers. Even if you work primarily on Mac OS, go with the standard version, you'll get a dongle and the mouse works just as well as the Mac specific one.


If you really want a black mouse, try and find the Adobe Version offered by Best Buy. Its black, even more so than the Space Black color way the Mac version has. And you get more product for the same price. The only minor difference is that the Mac Mx Master 4 has a two finish. The left and right click have a lighter, transparent finish that gives it a graphite appearance.


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FAQ

Create a custom app entry by selecting the process, or duplicate a similar app profile and tweak.

Bolt (USB-C) for busiest RF spaces; Bluetooth LE for travel or limited ports.

Nope. After 4 generations you are still reliant on software for mapping buttons.

If Logitech Options+ gets stuck at the loading screen, you have a couple of options. None of which are ideal. 1. You can reboot your computer. Sometimes a simple reboot fixes the issue. I use the software on both Mac and Windows and most times the loading issue is resolved via an restart. Also, if you're running any beta releases of Mac OS there is a high chance the app will be buggy...as some apps tend to be on beta. Option #2 is to uninstall and re-install the app. Other than that, you can try and contact Logitech support but they will likely give you the same set of instructions. Many users report bugs with this app, so you are most certainly not alone.
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