I use a MacBook Pro with Lightroom for editing, and I currently just use the touchpad but I think a mouse would help me be a little more efficient.
What mouse do you guys use that’s compatible with a MacBook? I’m not a big fan of the Apple Magic Mouse, but I could go that route if I have to. I’ve been looking at the Logitech MX Master 4 or Pro X Superlight 2. Are these way too overkill for just editing in Lightroom or is there any other mice you recommend? Thank you
I have been using the Logitech MX Master for years now. I have been using it for photoshop and lightroom daily. I like the assignable buttons. I am currently using the G502X which is very similar to the MX master but with more buttons.
Okay thanks. How many of the assignable buttons do you regularly use? The Pro X Superlight only has 2 but I prefer the simple look of it more. It’s the same price as the MX 4 so if the extra buttons are useful, that might be the one to get
I’ve been using Logitech MX Master mice since they came out. Now, I’m using 3S version which actually is on sale this weekend: https://amzn.to/48vTTfj
I’m using most it’s assignable button for browser use (go back, open link in new tab, close window etc) as well as in Photoshop (change characteristics of the brush, undo, create new layer, fill in, select etc) Just think of the tools you are using often and assign a shortcut/button to it.
I stuck with MX Master mostly for its ergonomics and the scroll wheel and after all these years I still love it.
It's hard (for me) to justify going back to a mouse. The ease & dexterity of moving just a finger on my trackpad is less effort than moving the hand and/or wrist, especially over a long period of time at the computer. JMTC
When using a mouse, I've been using an Amazon 3 button/wheel mouse lately, but use a Wacom Graphics Tablet most of the time. Both are hooked up to my PC and using the pen on the graphics tablet for photo editing is far better and more precise than using a mouse. My comparison, when telling someone about why I use the graphics tablet is - "Would you rather sign your name with a pen or a hockey puck?" The mouse is great for selecting in Windows, but falls far short of the graphics tablet when trying to edit photos. I've been using Wacom tablets for about 25 years, and prefer the 6 X 8" size over the larger and smaller that are available. A touch screen might be better yet for some, but I'm happy with my graphics tablet and much lower cost.
Some generic brand (Oclick) vertical mouse (very, very good ergonomic decision) at home and folding Lenovo travel mouse. Both better than Magic Mouse (had one from around 2012) 'cause it have middle button to scroll and drag in design and drawing software.
Thanks for the replies everyone. I ended up purchasing the Logitech MX Master 4 (with the amazing $6 off Cyber Monday deal 😂 ). I do like the idea of that Wacom tablet or Apple Magic Trackpad, but I think the mouse will be better for me right now.
My problem with the MacBook trackpad is adjusting sliders. I don’t feel like I have enough fine-tuning ability because when I release my finger, a lot of times the slider will end up just above or below where I wanted it. It will be perfect if the side scroll wheel on the MX4 can be programmed to adjust the sliders. I had also felt one in-store a few days ago and really liked the ergonomics of it
I like to use gaming mice, but not for gaming, because they are very precise at 8,000 Hz and I no longer need a stylus or Wacom pad.
I use the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 DEX with the Logitech G POWERPLAY 2 mouse pad. The mouse is continuously charged wirelessly via induction. It's very nice and elegant, but not exactly cheap.
Older PCs have problems with 8000 Hz because it leads to a high CPU load. With newer Intel CPUs from the 13th generation onwards, this is not a problem at all and you don't notice any load.
Standard mice run at 1000 or 500 Hz, are quite rough with fine movements and also cause delays. It doesn't feel like real time. For me, this was better than constantly switching between a pen and a mouse.
In general, it takes some getting used to, and I have no idea if it's for everyone. Personally, I don't care if I'm holding a thin, round pen or a mouse in my hand. And gaming mice are ultra-light, which I really like. Once you've worked with them for a while, you won't want to go back to the old heavy ones.
Duramaxjon wrote:
I use a MacBook Pro with Lightroom for editing, and I currently just use the touchpad but I think a mouse would help me be a little more efficient.
What mouse do you guys use that’s compatible with a MacBook? I’m not a big fan of the Apple Magic Mouse, but I could go that route if I have to. I’ve been looking at the Logitech MX Master 4 or Pro X Superlight 2. Are these way too overkill for just editing in Lightroom or is there any other mice you recommend? Thank you
I see you made a decision but will add this anyway:
I have also been using a MacBook Pro for a few years but some months back got a Studio and started using one of my older Apple mice with it. Prior to the MacBook Pro I had been using an iMac with that mouse for a very long time, but with the Studio I couldn't get used to it again and some LR tasks were annoying with it (don't remember which now). So I got the Apple trackpad and have been using it in place of a mouse and haven't regretted it.
Often with LR sliders I hover the cursor over it and use the arrow keys instead of trying to drag it to a precise position. Or I'll enter a numerical value.
Stefan Official wrote:
I like to use gaming mice, but not for gaming, because they are very precise at 8,000 Hz and I no longer need a stylus or Wacom pad.
I use the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 DEX with the Logitech G POWERPLAY 2 mouse pad. The mouse is continuously charged wirelessly via induction. It's very nice and elegant, but not exactly cheap.
Older PCs have problems with 8000 Hz because it leads to a high CPU load. With newer Intel CPUs from the 13th generation onwards, this is not a problem at all and you don't notice any load.
Standard mice run at 1000 or 500 Hz, are quite rough with fine movements and also cause delays. It doesn't feel like real time. For me, this was better than constantly switching between a pen and a mouse.
In general, it takes some getting used to, and I have no idea if it's for everyone. Personally, I don't care if I'm holding a thin, round pen or a mouse in my hand. And gaming mice are ultra-light, which I really like. Once you've worked with them for a while, you won't want to go back to the old heavy ones....Show more →
I also use this mouse , but I recommend any mouse user to try glass mouse pads. It eliminates the friction element and increases precision that no trackball or even a touchpad can replicate. They've been popular in the competitive FPS aiming community, but have started to gained trend for general enthusiasts.
