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  1. GanleyGanley

    Tap-To-Click Trackpad Intermittent issue 14" MBP M1/M2

    CONFIRMATION OF TAP-TO-CLICK ISSUE WITH THUMB: Apple says they haven't heard of it Over the last 4 months, I have purchased 3, 14" M1 MBPs. 1. M1 refurbished (returned) 2. M1 Brand New (returned) 3. M1 MAX refurbished (Pending return) ON ALL 3, the tap to click with my THUMB is interment...
  2. T

    USB-C multitouch trackpad for iPad Pro

    For a specific use case, I would need a USB-C multitouch touchpad for iPad Pro. Does anyone know if there are any other options than the Magic Trackpad using wired USB connection? Apple documentation is not clear whether such device must be MFi-compliant, or if a generic multitouch touchpad...
  3. W

    Weird scrolling bug (MBP 16in M1 Max)

    I've been experiencing a weird scrolling "thing". Basically, after I've scrolled using the trackpad and just as I lift my fingers, the MBP will scroll a little more. It jumps up or down a few more lines. It's not a huge thing and initially I wondered if I was imagining it. But I have now...
  4. P

    intermittent problem with apple trackpad needing `pkill bluetoothd `

    Setup: MBP 14" M1 Max 2021, macOS Monterey and now Ventura Caldigit TS4 with NEC 4K display connected via display port Apple latest wireless keyboard and trackpad used in clamshell mode (lift lid to power up, shut lid after seeing boot up apple logo, wait for cal digit and display lights to go...
  5. anjanesh

    Migrating from Mouse to Trackpad

    Is the Magic Trackpad as easy as to use the mouse ? Or better ? Right now, with my external monitor at 2560 x 1440 and the MBP's screen on the left, navigating the mouse pointer across screens is longer process - so was wondering if the Trackpad simplifies this ? Would I be able to click and...
  6. C

    Trackpad no longer clicks on my 2017 12" MacBook

    I can no longer click by pushing down on the trackpad. Moving the cursor works fine, and I can get a click by hovering over where I want to click and then tapping. If I'm correct, the trackpad doesn't actually "push" mechanically, right? It's all haptic feedback. Or am I wrong about this? I...
  7. Gnomeo86

    Broken swiping in Chrome on M1 MBP

    Hey guys, I recently bought a 14" M1 MBP (2021) and I'm generally happy with it. There is this one strange issue though. When scrolling up or down a page with a two-finger swipe, every now and then a swipe doesn't register at all. I just made a video of scrolling down the MacRumors homepage –...
  8. circatee

    Trackpad ownership

    Do you use a trackpad? To you, is it better than using a mouse/magic mouse? I've been thinking of getting and using one. Then again, am still new to fully moving from Windows to macOS...
  9. Canubis

    Drag a window with gesture?

    The space where a window is draggable (=basically empty space in menubar) seems to have shrunken for years now. I like how window title bars and menubars have been merged over the years to make better use of the vertical screen estate. But tbh I feel this makes it challenging at times to find a...
  10. T

    2020 macbook air trackpad sticking (dust)

    I have a macbook air 2020 and the trackpad is very sticky due to dust I live in Colorado and small sand makes it inside from strong wind. Its inevitable. I keep my laptop closed when Im not using it and I using compressed air to clean it. But its not enough How can I clean my trackpad? It...
  11. R

    MacBook Pro M1 PRO 16" Trackpad issues (pinch-to-zoom, swipe back, force touch) since December on 2 UNITS

    Hello, I received my MBP 16" M1 Pro in December. I also have another one with the exact same specs from work. Both of them have the same frustrating problem. Randomly, the pinch-to-zoom and swipe back gestures stop working. Force touch also stops working during that time. For the very limited...
  12. MYZ

    Can we set custom actions for multiple finger Force Touch?

    The built in functions take advantage of 1, 2, 3, or 4, finger actions on trackpads on Mac. Force touch is also enabled for 1 finger actions. But Apple does not appear to have reserved any unique force touch functions for multiple fingers force touching simultaneously. (or for 5 fingers either)...
  13. E

    An expert question about Macbook Pro Trackpad

    Dear friends, i have a question about interior design of trackpad/touchpad of m1 pro 2021 As you can see in the link (video) below, the trackpad consists of multiple layers. There is glass surface on top, under the glass touch surface there is a black layer which contains , pressure receptors...
  14. E

    Dramatically asymmetric trackpad mbp 16 2021

    Dear friends gere is the trackpad of my 16 m1 Pro mbp. As you can notice, the right vertical line gap is more than left side. Is this acceptable? Could you please share yours (photo has to be taken centered)
  15. hoodafoo

    Google Maps, Safari, Trackpad, 2-Finger Zoom, Broken

    Seems like something changed recently were I can no longer zoom Google Maps in Safari using 2 fingers (drag up and down) anymore. Anyone else experience that issue? I suspect this is a change on Google side (maybe to irk non-chrome users). I fired up an old MacBook with Big Sur and same zoom...
  16. Rimmsi

    Battery reuse A1398

    HI, I want to ask, is it possible to reuse the removed battery from MBP A1398? The trackpad started creaking mechanically on my MBP Mid2015, so I want to replace it. The problem is that a battery is stuck under it, which must be removed. I watched on YT different videos about battery...
  17. dlewis23

    Enable Gestures on Mac with no Magic Mouse or Trackpad

    I purchased a Mac Studio and came across an issue that I didn't even realize would happen. Since the Mac Studio does not come with a magic mouse or trackpad you do not have the option to enable gestures. I use a Logitech MX Master with the horizontal scroll wheel and use it for going backwards...
  18. Anthony Narciso

    16in M1 Max Trackpad Raised

    Hello, I’m experiencing a weird issue with my 16in M1 Max trackpad. The center back of the trackpad (side closest to the keyboard) is raised a bit higher than the rest of the trackpad. This is actually the second unit that I’ve had with this issue. I had the initial one replaced because of it...
  19. greentint

    MacBook Air M1 16GB Trackpad Scrolling Stutter

    Hey everyone! I recently got a MacBook Air M1 16 gig and really love using it, but there is an issue that pops up randomly. Specifically, when I am scrolling through the browser, Safari Technology Preview, there is an occasional stutter when I let go of the trackpad, I am assuming this is called...
  20. thehiddenkitten

    Help! Trackpad drag lock stays on even when I turn it off

    I have a refurbished 16inch 2019 macbook pro, which i'm trying my best to transition to from Windows. I messed with the trackpad settings to mimic what i'm used to - the biggest thing for me was to enable dragging, but I do not want the drag lock. I have the "without drag lock" checked but it...