Use the trackpad

You can use the trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.

Use the trackpad


ThinkPad pointing device in TrackPoint mode

Item Description Item Description

Left-click zone

Left-click zone

Right-click zone

Right-click zone

Use the touch gestures

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Tap once to select or open an item.

Tap once to select or open an item.


Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu.

Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu.


Two-finger zoom in or zoom out.

Two-finger zoom in or zoom out.


Scroll through items.

Scroll through items.


Open the task view to see all open windows.

Open the task view to see all open windows.


Show the desktop.

Show the desktop.

Note:
  • When using two or more fingers, ensure that you position your fingers slightly apart.

  • Some gestures are not available if the last action was done from the TrackPoint pointing device.

  • Some gestures are only available when you are using certain apps.

  • If the trackpad surface is stained with oil, turn off the computer first. Then, gently wipe the trackpad surface with a soft and lint-free cloth moistened with lukewarm water or computer cleaner.

For more gestures, see the help information of the pointing device.

Disable the trackpad

The trackpad is active by default. To disable the device:
  1. Open the Start menu, and then click Settings > Devices > Touchpad.

  2. In the Touchpad section, turn off the Touchpad control.