synaptics touchpad driver windows 10

1. How do I download Synaptics TouchPad driver Windows 10?
2. What is Synaptics TouchPad driver and do I need it?
3. How do I download Synaptics TouchPad driver?
4. How do I reinstall Synaptics TouchPad?
5. Where is the touchpad driver in Device Manager?
6. How do I install touchpad drivers Windows 10?
7. Should I remove Synaptics Pointing Device Driver?
8. Why is my Synaptics touchpad not working?
9. Is Synaptics a virus?
10. How do I enable Synaptics touchpad in Windows 10?
11. How do I enable touchpad?

How do I download Synaptics TouchPad driver Windows 10?

Click Find. Select Software and Driver Downloads. Expand Driver-Keyboard, Mouse and Input Devices. Download and install the latest Synaptics Touchpad driver (a restart may be required).

What is Synaptics TouchPad driver and do I need it?

The Synaptics TouchPad driver is responsible for running and operating the TouchPad on a notebook. By default, the Synaptics driver is preinstalled with compatible operating systems; however, if you're unable to use the TouchPad, you can reinstall the driver quickly and get back to using your notebook.

How do I download Synaptics TouchPad driver?

Way 1: Download the latest Synaptics Touchpad Driver manually

1. Go to Synaptics Resources Center.
2. Scroll down, you should then see the TouchPad Driver Support under Drivers pane.
3. Find Windows 10, then click Download.
4. Un-zip the downloaded zip file to find and install the driver for your Synaptics touchpad.

How do I reinstall Synaptics TouchPad?

1. Log on to the computer as a user with Computer Administrator access.
2. Click Start and click Control Panel.
3. Click Performance and Maintenance.
4. Click System.
5. Select the Hardware tab and click Device Manager.
6. Double-click Mice and Other Pointing Devices.
7. Double-click a displayed pointing device.

Where is the touchpad driver in Device Manager?

To locate the touchpad in Device Manager, follow the steps below. Press the Windows key and type device manager, then press Enter . Under Your PC, the touchpad is listed under Mice and other pointing devices or Human Interface Devices.

How do I install touchpad drivers Windows 10?

Here's how: in Device Manager, right-click (or press and hold) your touchpad driver > Update driver software... > Browse my computer for driver software > Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer, select HID compliant mouse, select Next, and follow the instructions to install it.

Should I remove Synaptics Pointing Device Driver?

Synaptics is a company that makes pointing devices (touchpads, touchscreens) that are built into a wide range of laptop models and brands. You shouldn't remove the device or its driver; if you do, your pointing device may stop working.

Why is my Synaptics touchpad not working?

Check your touchpad settings

When the Control Panel opens, go to the Mouse section. Now navigate to Device Settings tab. Select your touchpad from the list and click on the Settings button. Now locate the Tapping section and make sure that you disable Double tap to enable or disable touchpad option.

Is Synaptics a virus?

Is Synaptics a virus? ... Rick's answer: Glenda, the Synaptics software you see running via Autoruns isn't any form of malware. It's actually the software that controls your laptop's touch-pad.

How do I enable Synaptics touchpad in Windows 10?

Use the Advanced Settings

1. Open Start -> Settings.
2. Select Devices.
3. Click on Mouse and Touchpad in the left-hand bar.
4. Scroll to the bottom of the window.
5. Click on Additional Mouse Options.
6. Select the TouchPad tab.
7. Click the Settings... button.

How do I enable touchpad?

Using a mouse and keyboard

1. Press the Windows key , type touchpad, and press Enter . Or, press Windows key + I to open Settings and choose Devices, then Touchpad.
2. In the Touchpad Settings window, click the Touchpad toggle switch to the On position.