To connect Logitech MX Keys, you can use either Bluetooth Low Energy or a Logi Bolt USB receiver. This keyboard features Easy-Switch buttons that let you pair it with up to three different devices, making it simple to switch between your computer, tablet, and phone.
How to connect Logitech MX Keys via Bluetooth
Bluetooth is the primary method for pairing the keyboard to a computer, tablet, or phone. To begin, ensure the keyboard is turned on. Press and hold one of the Easy-Switch keys (1, 2, or 3) for three seconds until its LED light blinks rapidly, indicating it is in pairing mode. Open the Bluetooth settings on your computer or device. Select "MX Keys" (or "MX Keys Mini", "MX Keys S") from the list of available Bluetooth devices. Follow any on-screen instructions, such as typing a code, to complete the pairing process. Upon successful pairing, the LED light on the Easy-Switch button will glow steadily for 5 seconds, then turn off to conserve battery.
How to connect with the Logi Bolt USB receiver
The alternative method uses the included Logi Bolt USB-A receiver. Ensure the keyboard is turned on and an Easy-Switch channel is selected. Plug the Logi Bolt receiver into an available USB-A port on your computer. The keyboard should connect automatically to the Logi Bolt receiver. Note that the MX Keys S and MX Keys for Business models are designed to work with a Logi Bolt receiver and are not compatible with the older Logitech Unifying receiver. Older versions of the Logitech MX Keys (not "S" or "for Business") typically come with and connect via a Logitech Unifying receiver. If you are using a Unifying receiver with an older MX Keys model, you may need the Logitech Options (or Logi Options+) software to pair the device. If you've misplaced your receiver entirely, you can still connect Logitech wireless keyboard k270 without receiver using Bluetooth, a method that also works for the MX Keys.
Switching between paired devices with Easy-Switch
The Easy-Switch buttons allow you to toggle between up to three paired devices. Simply press one of the Easy-Switch keys (1, 2, or 3) to instantly switch the keyboard's connection to the corresponding paired device. This makes it effortless to move from typing on your desktop computer to your tablet or phone without re-pairing.
Installing Logitech Options+ for customization
For full functionality, customization, and device management, download and install the Logitech Options+ software. This software allows you to remap keys, adjust settings, and receive firmware updates, tailoring the keyboard to your specific workflow.
Troubleshooting connection problems
If the keyboard is not found during Bluetooth pairing, ensure the keyboard is turned on and the Easy-Switch button's LED is blinking rapidly. For intermittent connection issues, the wireless range for both Bluetooth and Logi Bolt connections is up to 10 meters (33 feet); move closer to the device and remove any physical obstacles or interference from other wireless devices. If the keyboard is not recognized, restart both the keyboard and the computer. Bluetooth connection requires Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.14 or later, iOS 11 or later, Android 7 or later, or Linux. Logi Bolt receiver connection requires Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, Android 6 and later, or Linux. Check that your operating system meets these requirements. If you need to connect a keyboard to a device that uses a different receiver type, verify compatibility first; you may need to connect a Logitech wireless keyboard to a different receiver if your original receiver is lost or damaged. For battery issues, confirm the keyboard is turned on and has sufficient charge.
