No — you don’t.
Out of the box, Prolo works as a standard Bluetooth HID device across all major platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS). You’ll get full cursor movement, scrolling, clicking, and media control right away — no setup or software required.

Yes. You can create custom gestures in the Prolo Studio app and store them directly on the ring, allowing your personalized gestures to work on other devices without reconfiguring.

You can also use the Prolo Studio app as a translator, letting you switch profiles quickly and unlock advanced features such as launching apps and creating macros. You can build multiple profiles (e.g., work, gaming, presentations) and export or import them across computers for easy setup.

Yes. Prolo works alongside your existing mouse and keyboard with no interference — it simply acts as an additional input device, giving you gesture and macro control on top of your normal workflow.

Yes, you can definitely use it on the left hand. The coordinate remains the same for either hand.

Technically, you can also use two rings at once — just like using two mice.
However, synchronized dual-ring operation would require firmware coordination. For now, Prolo is optimized for single-ring use, though we may explore special dual-ring versions for VR or accessibility applications.

No. The touchpad is positioned at the bottom of the ring, so it isn’t touched during normal typing. Smart detection filters also ignore light or accidental contact — the ring only responds to deliberate gestures.

Additionally, Prolo Ring includes multiple modes, such as Navigation Mode and Touch Mode, where the cursor remains fixed.

Prolo’s wide ergonomic band is designed for comfort during extended wear.

The thumb is remarkably strong and agile — it’s the same finger people use on game controller, guitar and piano for long sessions.

In contrast, mouse actions are short bursts followed by typing or reading, and are much less intense. Yet mouse use tends to cause more strain over time — we either rest our hand on it (causing wrist pressure) or constantly switch between keyboard and mouse (creating shoulder tension).

Yes. Prolo Ring can be used alongside your precision mouse as a powerful shortcut tool. This lets you keep your hand on WASD during gameplay while using taps or swipes to trigger actions — for example, throwing a grenade, switching weapons, or activating macros.

For CAD or other precision tasks, using Prolo Ring as a gesture and shortcut companion can help you avoid awkward key combinations and streamline your workflow.

You can charge Prolo in two ways:

With the included USB cable, which connects directly to the ring.

Or with the Ring Case Charger (included in Standard and Pro Editions), which both stores and charges your ring when not in use. It can charge the ring for up to 30 days of extended use.

A full charge takes about 30 minutes.

You can download both the manual and the Prolo Studio App at the bottom of FAQ page.