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Typically, laptop users with external mice often disable the touchpad for easier navigation on the keyboard. Disabling the touchpad prevents accidental touch while typing, avoiding erratic cursor movements. However, if your touchpad is unresponsive and you haven't disabled it intentionally, it becomes a significant concern. Learn how to fix touchpad issues on Acer ES1 laptops with the methods provided in this article.
How to Fix Unresponsive Touchpad on Acer ES1 Laptop
1. Check function key
The function key positioned above the touchpad allows you to toggle the touchpad on/off.
2. Disable Touchpad Driver
Step 1: Open Device Manager on your computer, select Mice and Other Pointing Devices.
Step 2: Right-click on Synaptics PS/2 Port TouchPad and choose Disable
3. Use Function Key
Combine Fn with one of the function keys from F1 -> F12
– Press Fn + F7 for Acer Aspire Laptops
4. Plug in a Wired Mouse.
In some Acer laptops, when you connect a mouse to the USB or PS/2 port, the laptop will automatically detect and disable the Touchpad.
5. Hardware Issue.
– Check the mouse pad for any physical contact issues.
– Inspect the connection circuit.
– Replace the I/O management chip.
– Replace the mouse pad.
Try these methods one by one if the Touchpad is unresponsive.
To minimize Touchpad usage leading to potential keyboard damage on Acer laptops, users should master the keyboard shortcuts. Familiarizing yourself with computer keyboard shortcuts can significantly enhance your efficiency. Using computer shortcuts is also more time-efficient than the 'turtle pace' of the Touchpad.
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