01Method 1: Using Keyboard Shortcut

  • Many laptops have a keyboard shortcut to quickly disable or enable the touchpad. Look for a key combination with the touchpad icon on your keyboard. This is usually one of the function keys (F1 to F12) along with the Fn key.
  • Press the corresponding key combination to disable the touchpad. Repeat the same steps to enable it again.

02Method 2: Using Device Manager

  • Open the Start menu and type "Device Manager". Click on the search result to open the Device Manager.
  • Expand the "Mice and other pointing devices" category to see the touchpad entry.
  • Right-click on the touchpad entry and select "Disable device" from the context menu.
  • Confirm the action in the dialog box that appears. The touchpad will be disabled.
  • To enable the touchpad again, follow the same steps and select "Enable device" instead.

03Method 3: Using Settings

  • Open the Start menu and go to "Settings" by clicking on the gear icon.
  • In the Settings window, click on "Devices".
  • Select "Touchpad" from the left sidebar.
  • Under the "Touchpad" section, toggle the switch to turn off the touchpad.
  • To enable the touchpad later, toggle the switch back to the on position.

Conclusion

Disabling the touchpad on your Windows 10 device can be done easily using keyboard shortcuts, Device Manager, or the Settings app. Choose the method that suits you best and enjoy using your laptop with an external mouse without any interference from the touchpad.

MethodsDetails
Method 1Use the keyboard shortcut to disable the touchpad.
Method 2Disable the touchpad using Device Manager.
Method 3Turn off the touchpad using the Settings app.
ConclusionChoose the method that suits you best and enjoy using your laptop with an external mouse.
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