FlickMouse transforms your iPhone into a one-handed keyboard and trackpad.
Text input, mouse operations, and shortcuts—right from your couch or bed.
※ Requires the iOS app "FlickMouse" to function.
Your iPhone becomes a one-handed keyboard and trackpad.
Includes a one-finger scroll bar (Pro).
On the Mac side, FlickMouse Server securely manages the connection.
Expand the shortcut keys to quickly access advanced operations with a simple horizontal scroll.
Designed so that you can complete kana/English input, conversion, and confirmation using only your thumb while holding your iPhone with one hand. Whether you're right-handed or left-handed, you can input comfortably with natural thumb movements.
FlickMouse consolidates mouse cursor movement, clicks, drags, and scrolls into one app. You can operate your Mac without having to sit in front of it, even from your couch or bed.
Expand shortcut keys to quickly call up advanced operations with a simple horizontal scroll. Gather frequently used actions like Undo/Redo, Mission Control, and desktop switching in one place for easy access.
FlickMouse Server can be set to launch automatically at macOS login and resides in the menu bar, ready to use. Once set up, you can start using it simply by launching the app on your iPhone.
Download FlickMouseServer1_1_8.dmg from this page, extract it, and copy FlickMouseServer.app to the /Applications folder. Then, double-click the icon to launch it for the first time.
Follow the initial setup wizard to grant macOS "Accessibility" permissions. This is the only required permission for FlickMouse to function; the "Input Monitoring" permission is not used in the current version of FlickMouse Server and does not need to be granted. Scan the QR code displayed on the screen with the iPhone app to securely share the connection key (PSK). Optionally, enable "Auto-Launch at Login" to have the server ready upon Mac startup. Note that unless FlickMouseServer is added and enabled in macOS "System Settings › Privacy & Security › Accessibility," keyboard and mouse inputs will not be reflected on the Mac. Once setup is complete, press the Start button at the bottom left of the status window to begin server listening.
Install the FlickMouse app from the App Store on your iPhone. Ensure that both your Mac and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi/LAN network.
Launch the FlickMouse app and scan the QR code displayed on the Mac side from the "Add Connection" screen. Once the status shows "Connected," you're ready to go. Use the trackpad area for pointer operations and the key area for text input and shortcuts.
For more detailed steps with images and troubleshooting, please refer to the Setup Guide.
FlickMouse is designed and developed based on three principles: "Local Communication," "Encrypted Data," and "Minimal Logs."
FlickMouse is designed to operate exclusively between a Mac and an iPhone on the same Wi-Fi or wired LAN. Operations do not go through the internet and are confined to your home or office network.
Each connection is authenticated using a pre-shared key (PSK) handshake between the Mac and iPhone. Data such as text input and pointer operations are encrypted using AEAD encryption (ChaCha20-Poly1305) before transmission.
FlickMouse Server is a resident app that operates entirely on your Mac. It does not send input text or mouse operations to cloud servers or external services, keeping the communication path simple and minimizing unexpected information sharing risks.
FlickMouse Server uses the "Accessibility" permission to send keyboard inputs and mouse operations to your Mac. The current version does not use the "Input Monitoring" permission, so it is not required.
The permissions obtained are used solely for delivering operations received from the iPhone to the Mac. No processes record key input content or send it elsewhere.
The "Advertise via Bonjour" setting allows the FlickMouse Server to be automatically detected by an iPhone on the same network. It is not used for internet advertising or tracking.
In the public version, log output is limited to what is necessary for troubleshooting, and detailed input text or operation history is not stored long-term. If external analytics services are introduced in the future, prior notice and an opt-in option will be provided.
You can download the macOS version of FlickMouse Server using the button below.
Please follow these steps for installation (it is important not to launch it directly from the Downloads folder).
FlickMouseServer1_1_8.dmg.
FlickMouseServer.app into the
/Applications folder.
FlickMouseServer.app in the
/Applications folder to launch it.
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If you launch the app directly from the Downloads folder, accessibility registration and auto-launch settings may not work correctly, and cursor or key input from the iPhone may not be reflected.
If you have already launched it from the Downloads folder, please quit the app, move it to the /Applications folder, and relaunch it from there.
Supported Environments (Provisional)
・Mac with Apple Silicon (M1 or later)
・macOS 12 or later (Recommended: macOS 13 or later)
・iPhone with FlickMouse app (iOS 18 or later)
・Mac and iPhone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi / LAN
Supported versions, known limitations, and update information will be updated in line with the official release.
FlickMouse Server is code-signed with an Apple Developer Program certificate and notarized by Apple. However, new apps that have just been distributed may trigger general warnings such as "Suspicious Download" or "Cannot Verify Developer" from browsers or macOS.
Please confirm the domain tech-peace-lab.jp and the app name, and if there are no issues, dismiss the browser warning and save the file. If macOS displays a warning when launching the app for the first time, select the app in Finder, hold down the control key, click, and choose "Open."
Once you allow the app to run by selecting "Open," it will launch normally from the next time onward.
FlickMouse Server executes "simulated mouse and keyboard operations" on your Mac, such as cursor movement, clicks, scrolling, and key input (Pro features) sent from your iPhone.
To perform these operations, macOS requires "Accessibility" permissions. FlickMouse Server does not use these permissions for any other purpose.
Follow the instructions displayed during the initial launch or in the settings screen to enable System Settings > Privacy & Security > Accessibility for "FlickMouse Server."
The current version of FlickMouse Server does not use macOS "Input Monitoring" permissions. Therefore, you do not need to grant this permission in System Settings.
If future updates introduce new features that require detecting physical keyboard input on the Mac, the necessary permissions and their purposes will be clearly explained at that time.
The FlickMouse app uses iOS local network permissions to automatically discover Macs (FlickMouse Server) on the same Wi-Fi/LAN network. This is for server detection using Bonjour/mDNS and is not used to send information to third-party servers or scan other devices on the network.
If you do not grant this permission, the automatic detection feature of FlickMouse Server will not work, and you may face limitations in specifying the connection destination.
Currently, the app is designed for Macs with Apple Silicon (M1 or later) and is being tested on macOS 12 or later (recommended: macOS 13 or later). On the iPhone side, the FlickMouse app supports iOS 18 or later.
The initial release is planned to support only Macs with Apple Silicon. Support for Intel-based Macs (Universal 2 binary) will be considered based on user demand and usage trends.
The current version of FlickMouse/FlickMouse Server operates across the entire macOS desktop, allowing the mouse pointer to move seamlessly across multiple displays. The pointer follows the arrangement set in macOS "Display Arrangement."
For example, you can keep your MacBook nearby while using a large living room display for video playback, and use FlickMouse as a "remote control" from your couch. You can operate playback/pause buttons, seek bars, and volume sliders on streaming services from your iPhone.
When using multiple displays, setting the primary display (the one with the menu bar) in macOS as the main display can stabilize window placement and app focus, providing a smoother experience.
Yes. FlickMouse operates between a Mac and an iPhone on the same local network. An internet connection is not required except for downloads and updates.
As long as the Mac and iPhone are on the same network and device-to-device communication is not restricted, it should work. However, guest Wi-Fi or some corporate networks may block device-to-device communication, preventing connections. For corporate networks, we recommend checking with the administrator beforehand.
FlickMouse Server is a resident app that operates entirely on your Mac. It does not send key inputs or pointer operations to cloud servers or external services. Communication is confined to the Mac and iPhone, and data is encrypted using AEAD encryption (ChaCha20-Poly1305) before transmission.
The current distribution version does not include automatic crash reporting or integration with external analytics services. If analytics features are introduced in the future for quality improvement, prior notice will be given, and users will have the option to opt-in.
FlickMouse/FlickMouse Server is designed based on three principles: "Local Network Communication," "Pre-Shared Key and AEAD Encryption," and "Minimal Logs and Analytics." For technical details and future policies, please refer to the "Safety and Development Policy" page.
Generate a new PSK from the FlickMouse Server on your Mac and scan the displayed QR code again with the iOS app. The old PSK will be invalidated, preventing third parties from connecting using previous connection information.
Network congestion, distance from the router, and differences between 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands can cause latency. If possible, try connecting your Mac via Ethernet, moving closer to the router, or using a 5GHz Wi-Fi band. If the issue persists, adjustments will be made in future updates.
Currently, only one iPhone can actively operate the Mac at a time. While multiple devices can connect sequentially, simultaneous operation by multiple users is not supported.
In the future, the FlickMouse app may allow switching between multiple connection targets (Macs). For now, the app is primarily designed for use with a single Mac.
FlickMouse keeps the screen on while performing network communication and touch operations, which consumes more battery than standby mode. For extended use, we recommend connecting your iPhone to a charging cable or stand.
You can disable auto-launch by turning off the "Launch at Login" option (name tentative) in the FlickMouse Server settings. Future versions will allow you to check and modify login items or LaunchAgent settings directly from the app.
Disable auto-launch first, then delete FlickMouseServer.app from the /Applications folder. In the future, we plan to publish the locations of configuration files and logs and document steps for complete removal.
FlickMouse is planned to be offered as a monthly subscription. During the testing period in Japan, you can use all Pro features for 100 yen per month (tax included).
We want you to try it without hesitation to see if it fits your workflow, so there are no initial fees or long-term contracts. You can cancel at the end of any month if you no longer need it.
For the official release, we will adjust the pricing and plan structure based on user feedback and usage trends. Note that the pricing and conditions during the testing period may be revised in the future.
Currently, development is focused on macOS and iPhone. Support for other platforms will be considered based on future feedback and usage trends.
For bug reports or inquiries about FlickMouse/FlickMouse Server, please contact flickmouse@tech-peace-lab.jp. Depending on the situation, we may request log files for troubleshooting, but the information provided will only be used for resolving issues and improving quality.