Martin JørgensenMagicPrefs — get the most out of your Magic Mouse and MacBook trackpad.
MagicPrefs is a free, powerful tool for Mac that extends the functionality of both Apple’s Magic Mouse and MacBook’s built-in trackpad. It’s ideal for power users who want to customize multi-touch gestures and click actions far beyond what Apple allows in macOS.
What can MagicPrefs do?
Apple’s built-in System Settings allow only a limited set of multi-touch features — and that’s where 1 shines. The app lets you assign custom actions to different click types and multi-finger gestures.
Examples:
- Three-finger click opens Spotlight.
- Two-finger gesture set to zoom.
- Four-finger swipe switches between Spaces (virtual desktops).
- Configure press sensitivity and pointer precision.
Everything is easily configured from a menu bar icon, and changes take effect instantly.
Installation and ease of use
MagicPrefs is extremely easy to install — just open the file and follow the simple steps. When the app is running, it appears as an icon in the menu bar, where you can access all settings and features. You can also enable or disable MagicPrefs whenever you need.
Tips for MagicPrefs
Experiment with press sensitivity: Adjust how firmly you need to press your Magic Mouse or trackpad to trigger an action.
Create your own workflows: Combine multi-touch clicks with keyboard shortcuts for efficient multitasking.
Test features step by step: Because MagicPrefs can significantly change default behavior, enable one feature at a time.
