Right-clicking — or "secondary click" as Apple calls it — is enabled by default on modern macOS versions. You can trigger it on any MacBook by holding the Control key while clicking. On the built-in trackpad, a two-finger tap works instantly. For the Magic Mouse, press the front-right corner despite no visible button.

To customize these gestures, open System Settings. For mouse adjustments, select Mouse in the sidebar, navigate to Point & Click, and choose whether the secondary click activates on the left or right side. Trackpad options are found under Trackpad > Point & Click, offering three choices: Click or Tap with Two Fingers, Click in Bottom Right Corner, or Click in Bottom Left Corner.

These settings apply whether you use Apple's Magic Mouse, the integrated trackpad, or third-party peripherals. With a rumored next-generation Magic Mouse approaching, mastering these input methods ensures a smoother workflow across all MacBook models.