plist files will be created by your MacBook. Once you are done, Restart your computer and new. In System Configuration folder, delete and .plist files. On the pop-up, type /Library/Preferences/SystemConfiguration/ and click on the Go button. Open Finder > click on the Go tab in top-menu bar and select Go to Folder option in the drop-down menu. This can be fixed by deleting the corrupted. The problem could be due to Trackpad related Property List Files (.plist) being corrupted. If you want to be able to use both Mouse and Trackpad, you need to uncheck this option. In the right-section, see if Ignore built-in trackpad when mouse or wireless trackpad is present option is selected. If you have a mouse plugged-in to your device, the problem could be due to your computer being set to automatically disable the built-in Trackpad, when a mouse is plugged-in.Ĭlick on Apple logo > System Preferences > Accessibility > select Mouse & Trackpad in left side-menu. On the next screen, click on Software Update and follow the instructions to install the Updates (if available).

Install UpdatesĬlick on Apple Logo in top-menu bar and select About This Mac option.

Hence, remove all the Connected Devices from your MacBook > Shut Down the MacBook > Wait for 30 seconds and Restart.Īfter the MacBook restarts, you might be surprised see the Trackpad working properly. Interference from connected devices (USB 3.0) can sometimes interfere with proper functioning of the Trackpad, keyboard and mouse. Hence, it can be frustrating if the Trackpad freezes, becomes glitchy or totally stops working, especially if you have almost given up using the mouse and become totally dependent on the Trackpad.

Mac trackpad issues