How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts in Remote Mouse

February 24, 2020 in Tips & Tricks

In addition to the standard alphabetical keyboard, Remote Mouse provides a Shortcut Bar and a Numeric & Function Keypad. Together, these three input methods cover the full range of shortcuts and key combinations available on a physical keyboard, making it easier to control your computer efficiently from your phone.

The examples below show how Remote Mouse keyboard shortcuts work in real use.

The Shortcut Bar

The Shortcut Bar can be used together with other keyboards and special input panels.
It automatically adapts to the connected computer’s operating system, displaying the appropriate keys for Windows or macOS.

  • The four keys on the left are modifier keys
  • The three keys on the right provide quick controls

Modifier keys can be combined with either the English keyboard or the Numeric & Function Keypad to send shortcut commands.

Using Keyboard Shortcuts

Because of the limited screen size on mobile devices, shortcut key combinations are entered step by step, rather than pressed simultaneously as on a physical keyboard.

Example: Ctrl-Z
Tap Ctrl first, then Z
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Touchpad Gestures Made Easy on Your Phone

February 11, 2020 in Tips & Tricks

Your phone’s touch screen can handle almost everything a mouse does. With Remote Mouse, touchpad gestures let you control your computer naturally, without relying on on-screen buttons.

Below is a quick guide to the most common touchpad gestures and what they do.

Basic Cursor Control

Move your finger on the touchpad to control the cursor. Tap once to perform a left click.

Move & Left Click
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Remote Voice Typing: Fast, Natural Text Input from Your Phone

December 23, 2019 in Tips & Tricks

Remote Voice Typing is a convenient and surprisingly powerful way to enter text on your computer using your phone’s microphone. Instead of typing long paragraphs on a physical keyboard, you can simply speak naturally and let your phone handle the transcription in real time.

To get started, tap the voice input icon on the Remote Mouse keyboard and begin speaking into your phone. Your spoken words will instantly appear as text on your computer, making it ideal for quick notes, longer messages, or hands-free input.

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Granting Access on macOS

December 9, 2019 in Troubleshooting

Since macOS Mojave, the system starts to require authorization when using Remote Mouse or a specific feature for the first time, which is similar to how you authorize an app on your iPhone. Without proper authorization, Remote Mouse will not be able to work properly.

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