UnnaturalScrollWheels

UnnaturalScrollWheels is a handy little open-source app that helps you take control of mouse scrolling on your Mac. If you're like most people, you probably find that the default "Natural" scrolling direction feels a bit backwards. The kicker? When you change the scrolling direction for your mouse, it also flips the trackpad settings. That can be a hassle!

Manage Mouse and Trackpad Separately

This is where UnnaturalScrollWheels comes to the rescue! It runs quietly in your menu bar and lets you reverse the scrolling direction of your mouse without messing with how your trackpad works. So, if you're using a mouse but prefer how the trackpad scrolls, you're in luck!

How to Use UnnaturalScrollWheels

To get started, you'll want to keep your macOS mouse scrolling set to its default (Natural). Once that's done, just launch UnnaturalScrollWheels, and ensure vertical scrolling is inverted. This means only your mouse wheel will change, while your MacBook's trackpad continues working as usual.

Tweaking Your Scrolling Experience

If you notice that your scroll wheel isn't working as expected, don't worry! There's an alternate detection method within the app you can try. It's perfect for specific mice that might need a little extra help.

Disable Scroll Acceleration

The app doesn't stop there; it also offers options to turn off scroll acceleration and let you choose how many lines to scroll with each wheel step. If linear scrolling is more your style, this feature will be awesome for you!

Sensitivity Adjustments Made Easy

You can even disable mouse acceleration altogether! Just keep in mind that this will reset all sensitivity adjustments, making your mouse use its default DPI setting. Any changes in macOS preferences will reactivate acceleration—so be aware of that if you're using a mouse with adjustable DPI.

A Solution for Mac Users

UnnaturalScrollWheels really does tackle an odd flaw in macOS by letting you switch up your mouse wheel's direction without interfering with how the trackpad operates. If you're looking for a better way to manage these settings independently, check out this link.