How to turn a Siri Remote into a handy Mac controller

A Siri Remote can make controlling a Mac from across the room much easier, and with one utility you can use it as a small trackpad, although you'll need more than macOS's built-in support to get the full experience.


If your Mac mini is connected to a TV, or you use your MacBook for presentations, reaching for a keyboard to control playback isn't always convenient. An Apple TV Siri Remote lets you manage basic controls from across the room without returning to your Mac.

A Siri Remote connects to a Mac over Bluetooth, and macOS already supports some of its buttons. However, Apple designed the remote for Apple TV, so its clickpad doesn't automatically control the mouse or navigate Mac apps.

Basic controls work without additional software, while third-party apps add more functionality. Whether it's worth setting up depends on how much control you need and whether you're willing to switch the remote between your Mac and Apple TV.


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