LinearMouse

What is LinearMouse?

The LinearMouse app is a free and open-source utility for macOS that aims to enhance the functionality and experience of third-party mice. It offers a range of features designed to improve mouse usability and customization on Apple's operating system

Highlights

• Reverse Scrolling: LinearMouse allows users to reverse the scrolling direction for mice while keeping the direction for trackpads, providing a consistent experience across input devices
• Linear Scrolling: The app disables scrolling acceleration, offering a linear and discrete scrolling experience, similar to the behavior found in Windows
• Universal Back & Forward: LinearMouse translates side button clicks on mice to swipe gestures, enabling correct recognition of back and forward actions in various applications, including Safari and Xcode
• Cursor Acceleration & Sensitivity: The app provides users with the ability to customize both cursor acceleration and sensitivity, or completely disable these settings, addressing the limitations in macOS's built-in mouse controls
• Modifier Keys Functionality: LinearMouse empowers users to assign additional functionality to modifier keys, such as modifying scrolling speed or altering scrolling orientation.