User's Manual

Using pointing devices
NOTE: In addition to the TouchPad, you can also connect an external USB mouse to one of the USB
ports on the computer.
Setting pointing device preferences
Use Mouse Properties in Windows® to customize settings for pointing devices, such as button
configuration, click speed, and pointer options.
To access Mouse Properties, select Start > Devices and Printers. Then, right-click the device
representing your computer, and select Mouse settings.
Using the TouchPad
To move the pointer, slide one finger across the TouchPad surface in the direction you want the pointer
to go. Use the left and right TouchPad buttons like the corresponding buttons on an external mouse.
NOTE: For information on identifying the TouchPad components, refer to TouchPad buttons
on page 3.
Using TouchPad gestures
The TouchPad supports a variety of TouchPad gestures. To activate the TouchPad gestures, place two
fingers on the TouchPad as described in the following sections.
The TouchPad gestures described in this section are enabled at the factory. To disable or reenable
these gestures:
1. Double-click on the Synaptics icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then
click the Device Settings tab.
2. Select the device, and then click Settings.
3. Select the checkbox to disable or reenable the TouchPad gesture.
4. Click Apply, and then click OK.
NOTE: Your computer also supports additional TouchPad features that are disabled at the factory. To
view and enable these features, click the Synaptics icon in the notification area, at the far right of the
taskbar, and then click the Device Settings tab. Select the device, and then click Settings.
Scrolling
Scrolling is useful for moving up or down on a page or image. To scroll, place two fingers on the
TouchPad and drag them across the TouchPad in an up, down, left, or right motion.
NOTE: Scrolling speed is controlled by finger speed.
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