Logitech has updated its MX line of accessories with new productivity add-ons. The MX Creative Console and Actions Ring menus are now compatible with Microsoft Office, Slack, and Notion. This allows users of mice like the MX Master 4 or the MX Mechanical Mini keyboard to execute direct actions without relying on a traditional mouse. The integration aims to reduce repetitive clicks in everyday tasks.
Actions Ring: contextual shortcuts without relying on native software 🚀
The Actions Ring function as radial menus that activate with a customizable button. In Word, they allow inserting tables or changing styles; in Excel, applying conditional formats; in PowerPoint, aligning objects. The plugins communicate with each application's APIs, avoiding conflicts with system shortcuts. Synchronization with Logi Options+ saves profiles per program, although it requires an active connection to download the predefined command templates.
Finally, a plugin that knows you don't live only in Photoshop ☕
The MX Creative Console was born for designers, but Logitech discovered that many users spend more hours in Excel than in Illustrator. Now you can assign a button to send a message in Slack without letting go of the keyboard. Or even worse: format a cell in Excel without touching the mouse. Because yes, there is life beyond layers and masks, even if it hurts to admit it. The next step will be a plugin so the keyboard makes you coffee.