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Possible to use Logitech Flow with Non-Logitech Keyboard?


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#1 Tumbo

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Posted 23 June 2024 - 11:41 PM

I am using a Logitech MX Master 3S Mouse with "Logitech Flow" between 2 computers.  It works nicely. 

I also use a Dell KB900 keyboard, which has a key to manually switch between the computers.

 

The only minor problem is when switching back and forth between machines with the mouse pointer having to remember to keep switching the keyboard is impossible - and I end up typing on the wrong machine sometimes.

 

I know some Logitech keyboards also are compatible with Logitech Flow (which switch over between machines with the mouse pointer), but is it possible to use Logitech Flow with my Dell keyboard?

I think the Flow App is just for Logitech devices.

Or, is there an alternative method to more easily "Flow" the Dell keyboard with the Logitech mouse pointer?



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Posted 24 June 2024 - 02:13 AM

Hi, question goes back years.  No as it can not be paired. But again the answer is years ago as is this software that did it : https://github.com/marcelhoffs/input-switcher Use at own risk.


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Posted 24 June 2024 - 12:21 PM

Hello:  Understood, thanks for the explanation and link.  I think I'll hold off on that software (I could see myself making things worse!).



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Posted 03 July 2024 - 01:05 AM

I am using a Logitech MX Master 3S Mouse with "Logitech Flow" between 2 computers.  It works nicely. 

I also use a Dell KB900 keyboard, which has a key to manually switch between the computers.

 

The only minor problem is when switching back and forth between machines with the mouse pointer having to remember to keep switching the keyboard is impossible - and I end up typing on the wrong machine sometimes.

 

I know some Logitech keyboards also are compatible with Logitech Flow (which switch over between machines with the mouse pointer), but is it possible to use Logitech Flow with my Dell keyboard?

I think the Flow App is just for Logitech devices.

Or, is there an alternative method to more easily "Flow" the Dell keyboard with the Logitech mouse pointer?

The Dell KB900 keyboard is incompatible with the Logitech Flow technology, which facilitates smooth mouse cursor movement and content copying between various computers. Integration of the Logitech mouse and keyboard is necessary for the Logitech Options software. Use a third-party tool or a compatible Logitech keyboard to access the feature. The only workaround, which could be difficult, is to manually swap the keyboard focus between computers. This is a feature of workflows using many computers.



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Posted 03 July 2024 - 09:09 PM

Hi @ananittarhib the question was already asked and answered and the OP states "think I'll hold off on that software" speaking of the 3rd party tool you mention several weeks to late to the topic.

 

Would suggest read what you post and do not be a resurrectionist. That will get you banned.  Thanks for reading the Forum Rules.


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