Logi Options+: The Complete Setup GuideLogi Options+ is Logitech’s modern configuration app for mice, keyboards, and other peripherals. It replaces the older Options software and brings a redesigned interface, cloud sync for profiles, advanced customization, and improved gesture and flow support. This guide walks you through everything from system requirements and installation to advanced remapping, Flow usage, profile sharing, and troubleshooting so you can get the most out of your Logitech devices.
What Logi Options+ does for you
Logi Options+ lets you:
- Remap buttons and keys on supported devices.
- Create app-specific profiles so your device behaves differently in each program.
- Adjust DPI, pointer speed, and scrolling behavior.
- Set up gestures and multi-button combos.
- Use Flow to control multiple computers and transfer files and clipboard content.
- Save profiles to the cloud and sync them across devices (when signed in).
System requirements and compatibility
Logi Options+ supports Windows and macOS. Minimum system requirements change over time; as of 2025 general requirements are:
- Windows 10 or later (64-bit recommended)
- macOS 12 (Monterey) or later
- USB connection or Bluetooth support for devices
- Internet connection for cloud features and updates
Supported devices include many current Logitech mice and keyboards (MX Master series, MX Keys, Logitech Lift, Ergo series, and others). If a device isn’t fully supported, basic functionality may still work but some advanced actions may be unavailable.
Installation and first run
- Download: Visit the official Logitech website and download Logi Options+ for your OS.
- Install: Run the installer and follow prompts. On macOS, grant Accessibility and Input Monitoring permissions when requested—these are required for key remapping and global shortcuts.
- Connect device: Plug in your device via USB receiver or pair via Bluetooth. Logi Options+ will detect supported devices automatically.
- Sign in (optional): Create or sign in with a Logitech account to enable cloud profile sync and device linking.
Permissions note: On macOS, you must enable the app under System Settings > Privacy & Security for Accessibility and Input Monitoring. On Windows, driver installation may request permission or restart.
Interface overview
When you open Logi Options+ you’ll typically see:
- A device carousel or list showing connected Logitech peripherals.
- Quick Actions or recommended mappings for common tasks.
- A Profiles area where you can create app-specific profiles.
- A Settings menu for app preferences, account, updates, and Flow configuration.
Buttons and keys are represented visually; click an element to edit its action. Many controls have presets (e.g., browser back/forward, middle-click, gesture) and an Advanced option for macros or custom keystrokes.
Basic configuration
- Select your device from the list.
- Click a button or key in the visual layout to change its action.
- Choose from preset actions: media controls, shortcuts, OS navigation, keystrokes, or application-specific commands.
- Save and test immediately.
Example: Remap the thumb button on MX Master to “Back” in browsers and create an app-specific profile for Photoshop where the same button triggers “Brush Size +”.
Creating app-specific profiles
App-specific profiles let devices behave differently per application.
- Open Profiles in Logi Options+.
- Click “Add Profile” and select the application (browse to the app executable if needed).
- Configure button/key mappings for that profile.
- Profiles activate automatically when the chosen app is in focus.
Tip: Use app-specific profiles for productivity tools (e.g., Excel macros), creative apps (Photoshop brushes, Zoom pan/zoom), and games (mapped controls).
Advanced remapping: macros, multi-key commands, and gestures
- Macros: Record sequences of keystrokes and assign them to a button. Useful for repetitive tasks like inserting templates or running multi-step actions.
- Multi-key commands: Assign complex shortcuts (e.g., Ctrl+Shift+Alt+K) to a single button.
- Gestures: Some mice and keyboards support gesture pads or gesture-enabled buttons. Configure directional gestures for navigation, window management, or custom commands.
Best practices:
- Keep macros short and test for timing issues.
- Use app-specific profiles to avoid mapping conflicts.
- Label complex buttons in your workflow notes so you remember what each does.
Using Logitech Flow
Flow lets you control multiple computers with one mouse/keyboard, copy-paste across machines, and transfer files via drag-and-drop.
Setup:
- Ensure all computers are on the same network and have Logi Options+ installed.
- Enable Flow in the Settings of Logi Options+ on each machine and sign into the same Logitech account if required.
- Arrange the virtual layout of screens (left/right/up/down) to match physical placement.
- Move your cursor to the edge of one screen to cross to the next computer. Clipboard and file transfer should work once Flow is active.
Limitations:
- Network latency can affect performance.
- File transfer works best for individual files and may be limited by network speed and OS permissions.
Cloud profiles and syncing
Signing in allows you to save device profiles to the cloud and sync them across multiple installs of Logi Options+. This is useful when you use multiple workstations or need to restore settings after a fresh install.
Privacy note: Cloud sync requires a Logitech account; only profiles are synced, not keystrokes logged outside intended macro actions.
Troubleshooting
Common issues and fixes:
- Device not detected: Reconnect USB receiver, re-pair Bluetooth, or restart the app. Try a different USB port.
- macOS permissions: Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and enable Accessibility and Input Monitoring for Logi Options+. Restart the app afterwards.
- Flow not working: Ensure all devices are on the same network, Flow is enabled on each machine, and firewalls aren’t blocking connections.
- Profiles not applying: Confirm the profile is associated with the correct app executable; test with the app launched in foreground.
- App slow or crashing: Update to the latest Logi Options+ version, uninstall and reinstall if necessary, or check for conflicting input utilities.
Tips and productivity workflows
- Create a “universal” profile with global shortcuts you use everywhere (copy, paste, window management).
- Make context-sensitive profiles for coding, design, and video editing to maximize button utility.
- Use the gesture button for quick desktop switching or task view.
- Keep a small README file of your custom mappings for reference after updates or reinstalls.
Security and best practices
- Use strong, unique passwords for your Logitech account if you enable cloud sync.
- Review and remove old profiles you no longer use.
- Keep Logi Options+ updated for bug fixes and security patches.
When to stick with legacy Logitech Options
Some users may prefer the legacy Options software if they rely on older devices not fully supported by Options+, or if a specific workflow is broken in the new app. Check device compatibility before switching.
Appendix: Quick reference commands
- Enable Flow: Settings > Flow > Toggle On
- Add app profile: Profiles > Add Profile > Choose app
- Remap a button: Select device > Click button > Choose action
- macOS permissions: System Settings > Privacy & Security > Accessibility / Input Monitoring
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