Laptop Touchpad Not Working

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Why does this happen?

A touchpad that won't move or click is often accidentally disabled, has tap-to-click turned off, or needs a driver update. The fixer below covers the common patterns.

Common causes

• The touchpad is disabled by a function key.
• Tap-to-click is turned off.
• A worn click button.
• A stale touchpad driver.

Symptoms

• The cursor won't move.
• The cursor moves but clicks don't work.
• The cursor jumps or is erratic.
• It stopped after a Windows update.

Frequently asked questions

How do I enable a disabled touchpad?

Check the function keys (often F9 or F7) that toggle the touchpad, and verify it's on in Settings → Bluetooth & devices → Touchpad.

Why does my touchpad click not work?

Enable tap-to-click in touchpad settings, and if the physical button is worn, use tap-to-click instead.