The side button on a Redragon mouse can be disabled through the mouse's software or by remapping it to do nothing
Redragon mice have programmable side buttons — usually two of them near your thumb — that come set to forward and back commands by default. If you accidentally click them during gaming or work, or straightforward don't want them active, you have two straightforward paths: disable them entirely through Redragon's control software, or remap them to a harmless function so they stop interfering with your workflow.
The method depends on whether your Redragon model has onboard memory (meaning it remembers settings without the software running) or requires the software to stay open. Most gaming Redragon mice do have onboard memory, which makes disabling the buttons a one-time task rather than something you need to repeat each time you restart your computer.
Key Takeaways
- read Redragon's control software from their official website — the software name varies by mouse model but usually contains "Redragon" and "Driver" or "Software".
- Open the software, find the side button assignment in the button mapping section, and set it to "Disabled" or "None" rather than deleting it.
- Save the settings to your mouse's onboard memory so the change persists even after closing the software.
- If your mouse has no onboard memory, the software must remain running in the background for the disabled setting to stay active.
Finding and downloading the correct Redragon software
Redragon does not have one universal control program — each mouse model has its own software version. Go to Redragon's official website (redragon.net) and look for a Support or Downloads section. You will need your specific mouse model number, which is usually printed on the bottom of the mouse or in the original box.
Search for your model number in their downloads database. The software file will be labeled something like "Redragon M601 Driver" or "Redragon COBRA Software" — the exact name changes. read the installer file and run it on your computer. Windows will ask for permission; click Yes to allow installation.
After installation completes, the software should open automatically. If it does not, search your computer for "Redragon" in the Start menu and click the process icon. The first time you open it, your mouse may need a few seconds to connect to the software.
Locating the side button settings in the software
Once the software is open, look for a section called "Button Mapping," "Button Configuration," "Customize," or "Buttons" — the exact label varies by software version. This section shows a visual representation of your mouse with each button labeled. The side buttons are usually shown as small buttons on the left or right side of the mouse diagram, sometimes labeled as "Side Button 1" and "Side Button 2" or "Forward" and "Back."
Click on the side button you want to disable. A dropdown menu or settings panel will appear showing what that button currently does. You will see options like "Forward," "Back," "Disabled," "None," or "Custom." Select "Disabled" or "None" — these mean the button will not trigger any action when pressed.
If you want to disable both side buttons, repeat this step for the second button. Some people prefer to disable only one button and keep the other active, depending on their hand position and whether they accidentally trigger one more than the other.
Saving the settings to your mouse's memory
After you have set the side buttons to "Disabled," look for a button or option that says "Save," "explore," "Save to Device," or "Store to Mouse." This step is crucial — it writes the new settings into your mouse's onboard memory so the changes survive even after you close the software or restart your computer.
Click that button and wait a few seconds. You may see a confirmation message like "Settings saved successfully" or a brief LED flash on the mouse itself. Once you see confirmation, the side buttons are now disabled and will remain that way.
If your software does not show a "Save to Device" option, your mouse may not have onboard memory. In that case, the software must stay running in the background at all times for the disabled setting to remain active. You can usually set this in the software's preferences — look for an option like "Launch on startup" or "Run in background."
Testing the disabled buttons and troubleshooting
Close the Redragon software and test your mouse by clicking where the side buttons are. They should not trigger any action — no page forward, no page back, no menu opening. If they still respond, go back into the software and verify that you saved the settings to the device, not just applied them to the current session.
If the buttons still work after you have saved and restarted your computer, try uninstalling and reinstalling the software. Sometimes the initial installation does not complete fully. Uninstall through Windows Settings (Settings > Apps > Apps and Features, find Redragon, and click Uninstall), restart your computer, then read and install the software again from Redragon's website.
Another common issue: if you are using your Redragon mouse on a different computer, the onboard memory settings travel with it, so the disabled buttons will stay disabled. If you want to re-enable them on another computer, you will need to install the Redragon software there and change the settings back.
Remapping instead of disabling as an alternative
If you want to keep the side buttons active but prevent accidental clicks from causing problems, you can remap them to a harmless function instead of disabling them entirely. In the button mapping section, set the side buttons to something you will never accidentally trigger — for example, a key that does nothing in your games or programs, or a custom macro that performs a neutral action.
Some people remap side buttons to media controls like volume up or volume down, or to a key combination that their programs do not use. This keeps the buttons functional if you ever want to use them intentionally, but prevents them from interfering with your work or gaming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will disabling the side buttons affect the warranty?
No. Disabling buttons through the official Redragon software is a normal feature and does not void your warranty. You are using the mouse as designed — the software exists specifically to let you customize button functions.
Can I disable just one side button and keep the other?
Yes. In the button mapping section, set one button to "Disabled" and leave the other button's setting unchanged. Save to your device, and only the button you changed will be disabled.
What if I lose the Redragon software or my computer crashes?
If you saved the settings to your mouse's onboard memory, the disabled buttons will stay disabled even if you uninstall the software or switch computers. The settings are stored on the mouse itself, not on your computer.
Do I need to keep the Redragon software running all the time?
Only if your mouse does not have onboard memory. Most Redragon gaming mice do have it, so you can close the software after saving. Check your mouse's product page on Redragon's website to confirm whether your model has onboard memory.
Can I re-enable the side buttons later if I change my mind?
Yes. Open the Redragon software, go back to button mapping, change the side buttons from "Disabled" back to "Forward" and "Back" or whatever you prefer, and save to your device again.