How to Connect a Keyboard and Mouse to Your Xbox One

One of the rarely touted features of the Xbox One is native keyboard-and-mouse support. There are quite a few games that support keyboard and mouse too - from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare to Gears 5.
Here we show you how to connect a keyboard and mouse to your Xbox One.
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[@Hectorbarbosa1777]

Instructions unclear, currently have my foot stuck in a toaster

[@Hectorbarbosa1777]

IT TURNED ON NOO currently eating my foot.. Which is still stuck

[@gosna5023]

Nice copy

[@Maketecheasier]

Start by clearing out the breadcrumb tray. That way at least you won't get crumbs on your foot.

[@MobileDecay]

Okay who's got butter? 😋😋😋

[@TimingSmile]

Stolen comment

[@Crispy_Chris254]

I needed a video that tells me how to connect not a life long story on the game consoles🤦🏼‍♂️

[@aaroncunningham2618]

Same dude I have everything plugged in and it won't work

[@andrewbeall4882]

did you ever get it figured out? i can’t get it.

[@aaroncunningham2618]

It only works on certain games and your search bars

[@GudmundurKristjansson]

Yeah and how about to update that video or it's contenst

[@TheMasterDebater0]

@@aaroncunningham2618 ye

[@p1re_p1re]

video starts at 1:15

[@percrodgers3210]

tysm

[@CBHUD4434]

Thx

[@criptic2490]

Call of duty warzone (modern warfare) also supports keyboard and mouse

[@harrywilliams2631]

Brandon Vurden ok thankyou I was wondering that lol

[@dariocheese9240]

Does it defo bud gonna buy 1 if it does

[@callmewad160]

How? And can u play gta v?

[@commanderstud2417]

Ah yes thank you! It’s why I’m watching this video

[@929nctk2]

dario cheese you can I play quite a lot on k&m on warzone Xbox

[@shannonhawthorne2253]

The Xbox one game list just listed all my Xbox games thanks for this it really helped

[@DumbFumer]

2:53 The way he threw himself on the couch hurt and cracked me up 😆

[@scotchwhisky6094]

They should support more games then I'll ditch my pc for the next gen Xbox.

[@rsshredder2630]

What's cool is the next gen xbox is going to run with steam so you can takethe games from steam on the new xbox

[@timafwah]

@@rsshredder2630 csgo on xbox with mouse and keyboard? yes please

[@jus_VAMPIRE]

Master Luke is it really you

[@Jake_Garcia]

you're basically buying a game-dedicated PC lol goodbye productivity apps

[@steezinhardasf]

RS SHREDDER are sure about that ?

[@superwildmonke]

My parents won’t let me upgrade my pc, I have an xbox, I have a keyboard and mouse..... So now I can make my xbox a computer 😈

[@br3_ad]

Niceeeee

[@mxkl4463]

Same here

[@fvllingstxrs9724]

Just a wiggly worm thats what i am doing now lol we have both evolved

[@WannabeOperator]

You can toggle sprint with right shift key..left shift is to hold and run

[@whiteweeb864]

Wow, a video telling me stuff I already knew, great, but not one single thing about the keyboard going to sleep when being used on the Xbox is one s.

[@Gavinhill_]

Instructions unclear, my foot is stuck in a box, my fish is walking in air, and my funny bone finally serious

[@geoffreyhirsch3784]

watch, I'm gonna save you 5 and a half minutes your life. PLUG IT IN... this is literally the only bit of advice you will get from watching this video

[@darknebunu1216]

When i plug them in, they light up but wont work..

[@gailj8092]

Where

[@hydrophant]

@@gailj8092 the back of the xbox

[@Sauiz]

@@darknebunu1216 I'm a little late but same

[@rclewis01]

@@darknebunu1216 tried two keyboards and they don't light up or work.

[@drankkenaquamiel5217]

I started using a keyboard to writte commands on ARK faster :D

[@banannaman4269]

I’m actually about to buy a keyboard for that 😂😅

[@rammy4846]

Lmao same

[@B01]

You can literally copy and paste the code and enter it on your phones Xbox app. You open command screen in Ark (or any game) then if your console is linked to your Xbox app and your apps open on your cell phone it pops up with an entry screen. Just paste spawn codes in there and it'll enter on your console! Now go kill some beach bobs. Method won't work if your on alternate account lol

[@rammy4846]

@@B01 too much work

[@B01]

@@rammy4846 true yeah buying entirely new hardware way easier than using what you already have...smdh

[@dshephard1298]

Thanks, I used to play games like warzone and fortnite with a controller on my xbox. Now I don't need a pc. I just need a keyboard with a usb and a smaller screen.

[@joel.s1924]

Same

[@maribelleblount5749]

Dude thank you I couldn't figure this out 😂

[@popguy5381]

Thank You so much for posting this video it helped me a lot and now I can play with keyboard and mouse on my Xbox

[@Maketecheasier]

No problem 👍

[@tacgenesis2356]

disgraceful, by a PC

[@DIEGOon1FPS]

@@tacgenesis2356why the f are you watching this then 🤬

[@tacgenesis2356]

@@DIEGOon1FPS ask yt why it was in my recommendations

[@deusvlad2.083]

depends on what, fps and mmo's is always more powerful with keyboard and mouse, but a typical JRPG or action adventure like tomb raider is probably easily playable on controller, games like saints row 2 for instance and Shining resonance refrain is probably easier on controller, it really depends on the type of game though. Like another example is super mario world you just cant play that on a keyboard and mouse.

[@ghostfacedaniel7995]

what a paragraph dude. Chill, its just a comment.

[@deusvlad2.083]

@@ghostfacedaniel7995 lol it may sound like I'm hyper but I'm always chill, I was just making a point for people to think about, it seems a lot of people like it but your welcome to reply have a good one

[@thomasevans941]

Brother….fps are NOT better with MnK lmfao. The aim assist isn’t there…

[@Bananas-kt6nx]

Makes sense to me

[@chris_bowers33]

I maybe understand one word in this twelve paragraph essay final

[@HailAnts]

I grew up playing Doom and Quake on the PC. I don't understand how anyone can play it on a game console. The two stick controller just doesn't work for a shooter. You're aiming a gun, not driving a tank. Aiming takes precision and accuracy and the one-to-one relationship of movement that only a mouse has. I find this impossible to do with a game controller.

[@colinkrahn2451]

I have a wireless keyboard and mouse connected to my Xbox one, thru the wireless dongle thing you plug in the back

[@brxndan222]

how I got a wirless ducki 2 mini and its wireless and i cant connect it

[@lustpulse3097]

@@brxndan222 yeah for some reason my sister has a keyboard that she has to connect through bluetooth but he never says anything about bluetooth

[@brxndan222]

@@lustpulse3097 ive figured it out the bluetooth cord they gave gave was broken so I got my money back and re ordered another one

[@lustpulse3097]

@@brxndan222 okay

[@SonGoku-zm7kl]

I definitely recommend the Razer Turret wireless Xbox keyboard and mouse. It works super well and actually supports more games than he said on the list.

[@talibourne]

only costs 240 dollars 😭

[@lovelybluntdoll]

cod ? warzone?

[@MermaidGunner]

What wireless keyboard can be used? Only the one that attached to the control?

[@Crxcked-_-Pxckle]

I currently use a controller but hopefully I get a keyboard and mouse soon

[@ploohy6601]

By the pfp of yours is see ur a Fortnite player. I guess u came here for the same reason as i did. Too hard to play on a controler?

[@0ReyJan8]

Anyone know where to find that mouse at 2:11. Or if it's even real?

[@spacecity2252]

It’s called the esport Volos

[@carlosgallegos1804]

I need to use the mouse for control, bc im disabled, can only use the mouse. Thank you

[@unknownboi3735]

Mind telling me how you became disabled and what body parts

[@notthefbi7874]

Unknown Boi that’s not really any of your business mate.

[@1alterss]

@@unknownboi3735 bruh

[@sadf8ce]

@@unknownboi3735 wtf

[@airforceexp3835]

Unknown Boi not any of your business

[@jaklovesyt]

thanks, this helped alot! I just had to turn my xbox around, your the best! Tysm!!! Now i can play minecraft bedrock on xbox-pc even tho java is my main now.. my pc keyboard has alot of delay, so i play using my portable keyboard on my xbox. once again, tysm!

[@bennyhayne6106]

THANKYOUUUU THIS HELPED ALOOOT

[@abdulsammi7771]

Brother make a video how to connect keyboard and mouse from xbox settings on xbox 360

[@xninja83x67]

Could you upload a video about hot to get devs to add the support? lol

[@AnkitAnand23]

yes

[@whiteweeb864]

I have a wired Microsoft keyboard and an Xbox one s, my keyboard keeps going to sleep when I'm holding buttons like sprint, and so naturally just like clicking off of a tab while holding sprint, it keeps doing the input, but I can't stop it or turn it back on, I just have to wait. I've looked it up plenty of times and have found nothing, clicked on this expecting some troubleshooting tips, turns out the video said the same thing the Xbox help says, that you can plug in a wired or wireless keyboard, and commands.

[@skinnyyhippo]

Apex legends also supports keyboard

[@mapleduckguy3479]

Any cross platform game is good with this

[@MyLifeIsAFrickingMess_MRPOLSKA]

I just use MnK for war thunder to help manage the hundereds of keybinds and to make piloting a little easier. Didnt know it was compatible with DRG

[@Alex_the_airbender]

Just got a keyboard and mouse I'm looking forward!!

[@olliehi5176]

So can you connect ANY mouse and keyboard as long as they have a USB Please help.

[@drankkenaquamiel5217]

Yes

[@JASMINDER08]

I’m a big assassins creed fan .. Wanted to know if assassins creed odyssey works on xbox one with keyboard and mouse ..

[@Vixuslol]

thing is most good keyboards made by razer or logitech have 2 usbs...hopefully they fix this with the new xbox

[@aliahsan2361]

What about mic

[@skatesofr]

I have a Razer Basilisk X Hyperspeed mouse. Would that work?

[@abbeyblystone4103]

okay but where in this video does it tell u how to connect it. my xbox one won't recognize my mouse when the usb is in.

[@Breadmann.Co_DC2]

I needed this for gang beast.:/

[@PokeWolf2400]

My mouse still won’t register on Home Screen or in game only keyboard does. Any idea what to do?

[@krisjato]

Hello, I'm considering upgrading from my PS3 to the Xbox one X because I'm very interested in Forza motorsports 7. I am quadriplegic and I cannot use my hands, I use the eagle eye adapter with my PS3 which allows me to play driving games only because I'm incapable of using the mouse and keyboard simultaneously and the driving games don't require the right joystick which would be the mouse. Is there any way to use a keyboard with a built in touch pad with or without using an adapter? Also, if I connect a keyboard directly to the Xbox one X is there any way to change the key mapping? I really want to upgrade but I need to make sure I will be able to control it! PLEASE HELP! Thanks in advance for any advice or information you can give me!

[@CovertLee]

Microsoft have an adaptive controller which can be configured in numerous ways to assist disabled or impaired gamers. Search "xbox adaptive controller" or check out this video by the channel "All access life". kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3myioSHiduEq5Y Hope this helps you out 👍🏻

[@krisjato]

@@CovertLee That's pretty cool but I'd still like to know if I could simply use a wireless keyboard and whether or not I could change the key mapping and also whether or not I would need a keyboard adapter to use the keyboard. I'm just wondering because that's how I play my racing games on my PS3 right now and I'm already used to it. Any information you can give me is greatly appreciated!

[@PhYcOpAtHs_]

nothing will stop people from playing the video games we love

[@alexs07774]

sees list me: *cries in destiny*

[@user-wn7zt8sy5s]

Do I just plug the keyboard and mouse in the back of the Xbox?

[@speedyboi8163]

Ye

[@coldICEdog1]

Im currently having a problem because since I have to turn my Controller on, and if I use my KBAM and not my controller the controller will turn off and I have to turn It back on. Does anyone know how to fix this.

[@markishak3322]

On any keyboard and mouse that we want or xbox keyboard and mouse

[@awesomedevinfish226]

Anybody else want border lands 3 to work and siege

[@leonbarron4708]

If u some how see this after a month u need a special adapter I'm trying to do it on siege too

[@awesomedevinfish226]

@@leonbarron4708 ty I'll try and get it

[@Balls-real-]

I got a mouse plugged into my xbox but it isn’t doing anything at all

[@DustinKayBliss]

Thanks Sir Good Work 😊

[@andyandrea5968]

Been a year now. What's updated list of games I can use on Xbox and any more affordable keyboards available?

[@edbeded]

Your mom

[@andyandrea5968]

@@edbeded ? What?

[@MLGKERMIT]

That means you hold it when I tried it and it works

[@l0rdcroissant]

I've been playing War Thunder and fine that a controller just isn't right for this game. just bought a wired keyboard to use but I'm hoping I can still use my controller while using the keyboard for typing messages since it's a lot faster to do it with.

[@azariahazariah4493]

War Thunder with controller is hell, unfortunately

[@l0rdcroissant]

@@azariahazariah4493 I went with KYB, track ball mouse and HUUUUGE game changer... than I went PC, lol it's like being one with the plane lol

[@banditman1200s]

Comming from a gaming pc to the Xbox mouse and keyboard is a must but not enough games available

[@daily-mohammed]

Ty I was gong to buy a key board and mouse for my xbox

[@dizilizid8281]

I have Reddragon keyboard and mouse set. Plugged mouse and keyboard into Xbox's UBS ports, the keyboard and mouse work fine until I start a game in fortnite... Then both stop working... Can someone help me. I do not have a pc. Only xbox one s.

[@shanekruger2331]

Can play with the controller but with strategy games I must have keyboard and mouse...

[@shadowgrey1286]

What keyboard and mouse do you recommend that’s for Xbox one

[@nicoleyvette1022]

me in the beginning of the video: if this video only has 447 likes that probably means it wont work

[@JL-kz3qt]

This is a video for true idiots. Plug it in. Setting... USB only is good info but xbox as far as I know does not support bluetooth anything even with an adapter.

[@Aki-zg4me]

@@JL-kz3qt I'm pretty sure you have no idea what your talking about 😂😂

[@Alextheoneandonly66]

Well my keyboard is already connected and good but I'm trying to connect my wired mouse

[@bblitefootbilly3243]

xbox one s playing overwatch with controller?= not good! csgo on PC with keyboard n mouse?= awesome!. thanks for the vid dude.

[@aidendoucette1691]

It turns on but i can’t see it in my tv screen

[@julianmodric3482]

thanks

[@Outta_Tyme]

my budget keyboard connects but my logitec g502 (wired) wont.. pls help me, OG xbox one

[@Agsdude99]

So can u plug in a usb Bluetooth mouse into an Xbox, would that work?

[@AliMohammed-lo2ps]

So can you not go to the home page on Xbox with a keyboard and mouse that's not turret

[@SupremeWolf890]

could you use a logithech g30 lightspeed mouse with xbox

[@flightsimmer9851]

I only want to use it for like certain games but I play gta can I just switch to Controller

[@josharmfield8920]

My keyboard and mouse have the same wireless usb and the keyboard is working but the mouse is not any tips?

[@FaultyMiner]

Can you plug in a mouse to a keyboard and then plug the keyboard into the Xbox or do they have to be both plugged into the console

[@TaylorChisholm1]

How do u go about using ur head set with key board and mouse

[@Ninjango222]

I had to get a headphone adapter to do that since mine is wired. You might have to do the same.

[@devviin4704]

Keep your controller on and talk from their

[@TaylorChisholm1]

@@devviin4704 yea worked it out

[@agonyseyes]

Can it be any key bored or does it have to be a special one I really wanna play Sims

[@waterwhip6982]

Can anybody help me out? Does anybody know if you can play rainbow six siege with keyboard and mouse?

[@Nero.z.]

i think you can but you can't change the controls in-game so ur stuck with default keybinds

[@monsefshady9755]

i mean maybe

[@liamlupton3734]

Mine just doesnt work what so ever, I do have the earliest version of the xbox one, but the key oard and mouse has worked before but now it isnt. It not wireless so it shouldnt have trouble connecting unless it's a wiring issue inside the xbox.

[@kiwifruit4075]

can you do this without a xbox controller

[@tashp3877]

does anyone one know if I can play Football Manager: Xbox Edition with a mouse and keyboard instead of a controller?

[@taviancastillo9325]

Can you connect a wired keyboard AND wired mouse into one Xbox? Because on the front of my Xbox I only see one slot to put in only my keyboard

[@taviancastillo9325]

@Fernando Lopez thanks I ap it!

[@Kansasavation]

Thank you so much I have a PC and I’m planning on buying GTA and my other games on it but I have those on my Xbox already now I can practice using the keyboards to play my games even though it’s not on my PC that way whenever I do join on my PC I’m good

[@chiefkwabenaasare-kyei846]

literally no ne cares.

[@bobbyfrost5403]

I plug my mouse an keyboard in and it doesnt recognize I have then plugged in. Wtf

[@ellonysman]

Any 3rd party adapters for the usb pc joystick on the Xbox X???

[@emilycohen7155]

THANK YOU SO MUCH IT WORKED

[@zandi-kun1977]

Dude the only reason I wanted to know was for Sims 4 and it works for Minecraft is a bonus

[@chrismartinez2329]

Currently using red dragon DITI k585 for Xbox but having trouble staying connected. I get a notification randomly saying I have to quit the game and switch back to controller. Any ideas how to fix that ?

[@Celldroid]

I would suggest clearing a path to the wireless dongles. USB 3.0 only. Sounds like poor reception. Make sure there are few obstructions to the dongles.

[@NuttyRaccoon4]

Does anybody know if you can play destiny 2 with the keyboard and mouse

[@bengam3]

My keyboard works on the Xbox but not my mouse. Keep in mind the mouse also works on my pc. What’s wrong?

[@halflifefan1300]

I have my USB connected but it won’t work

[@elvisk7]

So just get your wired keyboard plug it in to like the thing next to the power button and also mouse 2 plugs away from the hdmi plug your welcome

[@juniormotaung2349]

Does it support Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

[@BlaqMarketProduction]

Isn't there a USB device that will allow u to use a keyboard as a controller? I know I've heard of it but I can't remember what it's called

[@jacoblynch1951]

I got a Xbox One X and I have a Xbox elite controller that I only use for Sea of Thieves which has helped against PC players but i'm a PC player at heart. So does it matter what keyboard and mouse i use b/c i'm left handed for mouse and right handed for keyboard. Also what adapter should i use?

[@kparikh1]

Thanks so much I will use this fo Minecraft

[@Mentally_Stable13]

video starts at 5:27

[@spriteamogus404]

My Xbox turns off every time I connect a mouse..

[@getrexton2266]

i honestly dont need a 5 min video, to show me how to plug a usb into a xbox, whats up with that?

[@chaku395]

@Getrexton you’re right but he does give good info, like the games you can use it in

[@getrexton2266]

Then why can’t he just call it that? Most of the vid IS about what games it works on

[@sdotsbroom]

Getrexton I’ll teach you how 1. Put the usb in your Xbox 2. Your done

[@pleasegodno1837]

Does the keyboard and mouse work for all games?

[@MrShadows-vh3er]

Will the HyperX Alloy Origins mechanical keyboard work with Xbox?

[@jameswerner612]

I bought a Microsoft mouse and it won’t connect it has the usb input and wireless. Any suggestions

[@JakeBWFC]

Does it need some kind of converter?

[@DavidLopez-hl2mx]

This video was posted 3 months ago, just out of curiosity in case anything has changed since then, is the keyboard and mouse on Xbox one compatible with COD Modern Warfare?

[@IxKILLxZ0MBIES]

Yes modern warfare 2019 has mouse and keyboard support

[@moongoddess3967]

Can you play elder scrolls with keyboard and mouse? i am curently playing on Pc but thinking about converting over to xbox

[@Dawniidooo]

Thanks it works how I thought

[@Breadmann.Co_DC2]

Thank you