When the touch mouse (touchpad) of the laptop does not respond, you can try the following steps to troubleshoot and solve: 1. Check if the touchpad is turned off
1. Shortcut key check: Many laptops are equipped with shortcut keys for turning on or off the touchpad, such as "Fn+F6" or "Fn+F10". You can try pressing these key combinations to see if you can open the touchpad.
2. System settings check: In Windows system settings, you can check the touchpad settings to ensure that its functionality is not disabled. Click on the "Start" menu, "Settings", "Devices", "Touchpad" in sequence, and then turn on the "Switch" of the touchpad. 2、 Update or reinstall touchpad driver
1. Device Manager Update: In Windows systems, the status of the touchpad can be viewed through Device Manager. If there is a yellow exclamation mark or question mark in front of the touchpad device, it indicates a driver issue. At this point, you can right-click on the device, select "Update Driver", and then follow the prompts to update.
2. Official website download: If the problem persists after updating the driver, you can try downloading and installing the latest touchpad driver from the official website of the laptop manufacturer. 3、 Virus screening
Although rare, computer viruses can also affect the normal functioning of touchpads. You can use antivirus software to conduct a comprehensive scan of your computer to remove potential malicious software. 4、 System recovery and reinstallation
1. System restoration: If none of the above methods can solve the problem, you can try performing a system restoration to restore the system to a previous state and see if the touchpad function can be restored.
2. Reinstalling the operating system: If system restoration does not solve the problem, it may be necessary to consider reinstalling the operating system. But before reinstalling the operating system, be sure to back up important data. 5、 Hardware inspection and maintenance
1. External inspection: Check for physical damage such as water ingress and foreign objects inside the touchpad. If there is, it needs to be sent to a professional repair center for inspection and maintenance.
2. Internal inspection: If the above methods are ineffective, it may be due to a hardware malfunction of the touchpad itself. At this point, the laptop should be sent to a manufacturer authorized repair center for inspection and maintenance. 6、 Daily maintenance and upkeep
To avoid similar issues with the touchpad, it is recommended to regularly perform the following maintenance and upkeep:
1. Keep clean: Regularly use a soft cloth or cotton swab dipped in a small amount of alcohol (make sure the alcohol evaporates completely before use) to gently wipe the surface of the touchpad to keep it clean.
2. Avoid excessive use: Long term continuous use of the touchpad may cause wear and tear on its internal components, so it is important to take breaks at appropriate times.
3. Proper storage: When not in use, the laptop should be placed in a dry, well ventilated place away from direct sunlight.
When the touch mouse of a laptop does not respond, it can be investigated and resolved from multiple perspectives. If the problem persists, it is recommended to seek the help of professional maintenance personnel.