Some users have reported issues with their touchpad following their upgrade to Windows 10. This problem can happen for a variety of reasons, but fortunately there are some easy ways to troubleshoot your touchpad and get it running properly again.
You Accidentally Disabled the Touchpad
On some laptop models, there exists a specific switch or
Fn +
function key combo (
F3,
F5,
F6…) to toggle the trackpad on and off. Check to see if this keyboard shortcut is enabled.
Windows 10 Disabled the Touchpad
If the problem persists, click
Start >
Settings >
Devices. Go to
Mouse & Touchpad >
Related Settings, and click
Additional mouse options to open the
Mouse Properties dialog box. This box will show you whether your touchpad has been disabled. If so, simply select
Enable to get your touchpad working again:
Click
Apply >
OK to exit.
Windows 10 Installed an Incompatible Driver
During the upgrade process, Windows 10 will install new drivers on your system. In certain cases, these drivers may not compatible with your current hardware. Right-click on
Start to display the
Power User menu, and then select the
Device manager. Expand the
Mice and other pointing devices section, and then right-click on your touchpad >
Properties:
Click
Roll Back Driver and follow the onscreen procedure to return to your previously installed driver:
N.B. This tip applies to ELAN, ASUS, and Synaptics touchpad models.
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