Why Is My Windows 10 Touchpad Not Working?
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The touchpad may have been disabled in Windows 10 by yourself, another user, or an app. This varies by device, but in general, to check if the touchpad has been disabled in Windows 10 and turn it back on, open Settings, select Devices > Touchpad, and make sure the switch is set to On.

Why is my touchpad not working?

Windows users – Touchpad settings

Or, press Windows key + I to open Settings, then click Devices, Touchpad. In the Touchpad window, make sure the Touchpad On/Off toggle switch is set to On. If it’s Off, change it to be in the On position. Test the touchpad to see if it works.

How do I turn my touchpad back on?

Using a mouse and keyboard

  1. Press the Windows key , type touchpad, and press Enter . Or, press Windows key + I to open Settings and choose Devices, then Touchpad.
  2. In the Touchpad Settings window, click the Touchpad toggle switch to the On position.
Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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