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I didnt feel like hurting my computer. I just took a card and got all the gunk out around it. This video is entertaining though so imma subscribe and watch when I'm bored.
OMG, you're a lifesaver. I didn't take it apart I just used a tweezer to pull it up and boom it popped back into place. no need to go to a computer repair shop
After doing everything Dell said and Microsoft said to do--to no avail, I came across your video. I simply cleaned out the bottom edge of the touchpad with my fingernail, and, guess what? The click works again! Thank you so much! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Love the accent. Philly?
Thanks for the tutorial this worked. Wouldn’t recommend unplugging the battery to anyone wanting to tighten/loosen the retention screw for the trackpad, simply unscrew the battery screws and lift it gently up for access.
No I would recommend unplugging even after powering down machine, there is current still in the circuit can cause static damage to components if they come in contact with ur hand its much better to unplug battery to remove chance of such damage I mean yes there is still residual charge after unplugging the battery but much less probable to cause damage
Thanks, your video inspired me to do this thorough fix. It was actually much easier to fix on my HP - no glued joints, just screws. Turns out my battery was swollen and that was contributing to the problem. New battery ordered.
Thank you for this video. It has helped me when I needed to find out what was wrong with my touchpad. Although, it was not the same problem it was similar in a way. It turns out that the one clickers at the opposite end of the touchpad had came off due to me applying to much pressure on the touchpad. So, thank you again for this video and it really had helped me out.
@@zee-ek8ym Most likely not. These are two separate issues. I would keep the computer off and let everything dry. Then I would access the touchpad as seen here and unplug it, then plug it back in. Try to clean it if possible. See if the problem keeps up after that. Hopefully the motherboard isnt damaged :(
@@PC_Monkey Surely the motherboard isn't damaged.But it's certain that the touchpad is completely water damaged.And I'm okay with the laptop being damaged.I'm just scared about my data.I hope I can fix it :(
@@PC_Monkey my touchpad on my hp pavilion has been really troublesome. itll often get jammed and won't click, and when it does work it takes one or two clicks for the cursor to do something. should i get it repaired or would the same thing you did here work on an hp?
Wow, this tutorial actually helped! While I was watching the video my touchpad just suddenly went back to its old position! (This is no joke, it just started working again)
Followed this to fix a hp probook. Didn't even have to go as far as removing the touchpad, just slightly shifted if back into place and cleaned around the edges to get it working again. Thanks!
ultimately I opened my HP up and it was quite similar, and I was able to adjust the clips and remove a LOT of dust and it works much better now, thanks OP.
Brooooo good looking out. I was so frustrated with my practically brand new Samsung laptop that I barely use because it was sticking. And then I see your comment, did it and it actually freakin worked bro. Thank you so much seriously you don't know how frustrated I was lol.
I didn't even watch the video. I saw the top comment about tools being needed and backed out so that's pretty much what I did until I saw your comment about pushing the pad towards the screen. It worked immediately, thanks again.
thanks you so much i actually used a knife to jam the food stuffs but it only made my touchpad look terrible .and my parents have strictly mad a desition to not go to the repair shop since guy there just scams me and as a part time editor and youtuber it was devastating but when i found your video i know i am not gonna get scammed by the repair shop [btw i haved reallly done anything i am feelling mixed emotions right now :] ]
I have a question. I LOVE you easy to follow instructions. I have an HP Pavillion 15-cs1xxx laptop on which the touchpad is not functioning correctly. I live in a high dust area and opened it up a week ago and cleaned it out thoroughly and reassembled. Some features now function but others do not. The rocker/click function is not working; the long side of the touchpad near me is pushed all the way down and it doesn't rock/click. I cannot right click with it nor highlight. After watching your video I went ahead and opened it back up but went a little deeper as you did in your video and took the actual pad out and cleaned around the edges; I did find the small computer connection lock was not down so I corrected that and reassembled it. Same problem exists; no rocker/click function (long closest to me is still down) and cannot highlight or right click. Suggestions? THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Go to a hardware store. You'll be able to find a small screwdriver with 20+ attachments (assortment of small flathead, phillips, and t's) for a couple dollars. A razor blade should be 20 cents. Small dollar bottle of rubbing alcohol, and you can get inside just about any laptop
bruh my laptops touchpad was broken and when i was watching this video it just thinks to itself hmmmmm i should fix myself and then my touchpad was all fine loool
Thank's guys! It actually turned out that when I dropped the machine a few weeks ago I dented the bottom case making it stuck. Been using a mouse since but was extremley annoying as the dent was tiny too. Straight off to Acer for a warranty repair!
I'm mechanically inclined, but computers are different. I might give this a shot on my HP. I hope Radio shack has those tools and that my hands don't shake (from age). I know one of the guys who works there fixes things sometimes, but he's not there as often as he used to be. My alternative, is to fix it myself or buy a new computer. Buying a new computer is a hassle. Thank you very much for this video. Although I don't sound very confident, you explained it so clearly I think I can do it.
The repair options for DIY computer repair are limited if you dont want to enter the computer. Just like the DIY repair options for your car are limited without being willing to open the hood
best i could come up with for this would just be taking rubbing alcohol and and allowing it to seep into the boundaries of the pad, hope it dries out any potential liquid/eats up any crud preventing mouse from properly working
Hello! Only my bottom left corner won't actually have any impact when I click but I do hear it making the clicking sound and can feel it depress slightly. Do you think this is still likely the problem? Clicking in the middle of the pad still will click a window or select things. Clicking on the right still gets me a right click. Clicking left corner gets me a click sound and feeling of depression but no result/action.
It does not sound like its being obstructed so this vix may not help. I would reseat the touchpad ribbon cable from the touchpad and the motherboard. If that does not help, try replacing the touchpad.
What I found weird about this is that when I was watching the video (using a mouse not the touchpad ofc) my touchpad just randomly started working again! turns out you dont even need to follow the steps, this video does its magic itself! Lol
I can’t find the right screwdriver to unscrew the screws. Can any small screwdriver work with enough time put into the screw? Or will it just not work at all without the right screwdriver?
I have a GS65 Stealth Thin and the trackpad won't click. The top of the pad is flush with the laptop but the bottom is slightly raised. Any ideas on what the problem is?
my laptop does not showing synapitcs or elan touchpad in device manager it is only showing ps/2 compatible mouse please help me to get toucpad 😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔
Cleaning the area around the touchpad helped a little. I needed to stick a small piece of electrical tape to the piece of plastic that presses against the electrical switch on the back of the touchpad’s circuit board. It seems like the plastic bump that presses on the switch has worn down over time from use.
@@PC_Monkey An Update: It turns out that the root cause of my touchpad's button failures is that the laptop's battery is old and has expanded. The battery is mounted directly underneath the touchpad and it presses against the mechanism that manages the button presses. This is easily confirmed by just removing the battery and powering up the PC from the AC adapter. A new battery is now on order. Thanks again for your video! PS: maybe you could make a video about this type of failure...
The drivers for my XPS 15 9530 have vanished - likely due to some automatic Windows update. The touchpad is not even listed anywhere in the device manager - nothing anywhere. It still works as a mouse, but no scrolling or advanced feature are available. Where can I find something to install to bring it back with adjustable settings? Web searches have failed me. Thanks!
I hope you don't mind if I post my solution. I have had to do this a couple times a year for the past two years. So people may want to try it before tearing into the laptop or paying to have it fixed. When my mouse pad gets stuck down and won't work, I use a Q-tip with a little alcohol on it and run it around the mouse pad. Then I use a scalpel tip and run the tip around the outside of the mousepad just barely going into the edge. Then I lift up the pad with the tip of the scalpel. Using the Q-tip one more time, I run it around the mousepad edge again. This works for my Dell. I think dirt and grime gets in around the mouse pad and causes the sticking. Good luck! I think you could also use a small suction cup like you put on glass windows to lift the stuck mouse pad also. I have not tried it yet but it has to be safer than a scalpel or razor blade.
i just kind of gently pressed on the underside of the laptop near the touchpad and in the corners and it got unstuck. i've had this problem before but it usually resolves itself and doesn't happen for a while
would some elctro wash do the trick for a first solution? just spray around the touchpad. it might be better than using a "knife" to clean around the edges before trying to take it all apart. thanks for the video, I learned something.
Not sure if I fully understand your question. Yes, most touchpads I know of make some sort of clicking sound when pressed although it may not be as pronounced as a key
Your video was great and I'll give it a try however it did make me a little nervous that you put the screws back in before you tested it that tells me perhaps you haven't screwed up enough times for me just kidding good video peace and thanks
my touchpad works when i restart it but it doesnt move at all it clicks but every once in a while the mouse starts to glide and then stops moving at all. How do u fix this? :(
Try unplugging the trackpad ribbon cable from both ends for a few seconds. Sometimes the connection just needs to be refreshed. Also, make sure the updates are all run as seen here; th-cam.com/video/DDv2gJDjfOM/w-d-xo.html
can you help me i have an HP laptop the area under the buttons is swollen and area upper the left button is swollen too and i cant press this button and the right button workes correctly any help plz
@@PC_Monkey the keyboard is not swollen and i think the battery too because i cant know if it is swollen or not but i purshased te laptop from a 3years ago . also when i press on the area of touchpad close to the left button it workes like i press the button and when i press on the area under the buttons which is swollen it workes like i press the right button.
Sounds like the same issue. On a table, the computer is perfectly level and all the components perfectly line up. Anywhere else, it could be just slightly bent and needs to be cleaned to allow for that extra space. I would still try the steps seen here first.
Hi, I have a microsoft go 2, and when I click the trackpad the bottom left corner of it gets stuck down after I click it, but it pops back up after around 3 minutes.
hi my left click mouse has been pushed in a bit and i heard a crack right before. its now more pushed in on the slide side when i click. how do i fix this?
@@x_isha Could be a driver / software issue. Try making sure the drivers are updated. Uninstall that one and restart the computer if needed. Or again, it could just need to be replaced.
How much would this repair cost? I live in NYC and would like to hire a Tech to repair mouse pad which is jammed on my Gateway laptop. It's hardly been used but does not go pass the log in screen as mouse pad is not responding. I bought a wired mouse to see if I could still work on it but that hasn't worked neither.
It depends on the shop. To repair a touchpad like this, I would usually charge $75. However, you seem to have another issue, if your computer wont go past the login screen.
@@PC_Monkey My wife who the laptop belongs to feels an anti virus program needs to be installed on it (It came with Norton but expired). How can we install one without us getting past the log in screen? Is there a way to actually run a test or connect to the laptop via a different laptop & repair it that way?
@@johanmassy5290 You cant install software without getting access to the computer. So the issue is the computer wont get past the login screen? You can try to reinstall Windows as seen here; th-cam.com/video/bIlW4im-tr4/w-d-xo.html. Let me know if that works first
Hey, nice video! My computer touchpad has malfuctioned crazy, the cursor just goes up and down rapidly, constantly clicking. This has resulted in my tabs getting closed all the time, and my computer opening up random applications. It gets so bad to the point I smack it to get it to work properly again, which is a temporary fix. This problem has been getting worse and worse, what should I do? I have tried resetting the touchpad, updating it and enabling and disabling it, but nothing appears to work, making me think that this is more a hardware problem to do with inside my computer.
Depends on the computer but its usually one of the cheapest parts to replace. Would you like help finding one? If so, what is the brand and model of your computer? @@ultimatesupreme6370
@@PC_Monkey I believe it is called the HP Pavilion 15t W0P57AV_1. For now I'm just curious whether it is worth replacing the touchpad or I would be better off buying a new computer entirely, due to the price being too high (my laptop was purchased on a discount at £200).
This might sound like a silly question but how do you stick the touchpad back on again afterwards? I'm scared I'll take it off then won't be able to fix it in place again
Not a silly question :) The double sided tape usually is good for a very long time and multiple installs. Its effectiveness definitely wont run out after a single install :)
i need to know how to reattach the piece with the blue thing without taking the bottom off because i got charged 100 dollars to get it fixed but i didn't actually get it fixed
I bought a brand new msi but I wasn't able to send it to guarantee service repair and now it's been too long. I'm assuming it's not trash stuck in there, because the laptop is brand new, but the touchpad is always pressed down on one side and I can't really have the clicking effect because it won't go up. I don't know what to do.
Also, I would try this and see what's going on in there, but I'm so scared of taking the battery off, it's not like taking a lifeless peace of plastic, I'm sure I'll ruin something up on the battery
@@miss_B_ If the touchpad is stuck down then I would assume that something in there is stuck or broken. Yes, I would definitely open it up and inspect for damage. What is the exact model of your computer? We can try to find a disassembly video for your specific computer so you know exactly what to do
@@PC_Monkey it's MSI GF65 thin 9sexr .... It could be very well broken/stuck, because when I opened the box brand new, it was already like this, but I'm just really afraid of the battery removal, I've never done it and I'll most likely mess things up. Thanks for trying to help
@@miss_B_ If its brand new, I would just return it as its damaged if your afraid on opening it up. Also, if you open it up, there is a chance you could void the warranty
After a liquid spill, you want to first make sure the computer is 100% dry. You would turn your computer off immediately by pressing and holding the power button until the computer turns off. Then you would disassemble the computer as much as your comfortable with, at least trying to remove the bottom case. Then you would turn it on its side and let dry for a couple days. Have you done this yet or are you sure the computer is dry?
Probably dumb but I grabbed my laptop and put pressure on the touchpad and the entire thing went down. As soon as I let go it went back to normal. But I can do that again and see a huge space. Is that normal?
and how permanent is this fix? seems like the touchpad will get filled with gunk and dust again in about the same amount of time it did the first time... is there any more permanent way to fix it?
No, not really. Its just a design issue with this computer. You an try putting some sort of plastic covering over the touchpad area but that may interfere with the touch ability.
A lil' bit of water (like seriously a drop or two) fell on my laptop's touchpad and idk whtts happening now .. the cursor moves but it ain't clicking anything.. please helpppp 😭
Mines broken because my little brother punched the touchpad and now not only is the touchpad stuck down but the frame right next to it is sticking up. How can I fix this?
Any parts that are physically broken would need to be replaced. I would disassemble the computer enough to access those parts and inspect them for damage first. If they are only loose, tighten them. If they are broken, replace them.
I out a little bit of water on my touchpad HP laptop, it works for few minutes and after the mouse disappeared and now I can't use the touchpad. What would I do to solve this
@@frituste You could use a toothbrush or rag and 70% isopropyl alcohol mixture to clean it. Thats your best bet but sometimes liquid damage is not fixable. The board component needs to be replaced.
my computer fell off of my pretty tall bed in my sleep and the mousepad kind of like, fell out of the place, one corner fell out of place and is taller than all the other sides and it stopped tracking my clicks in all the other spots, i'm gonna try this out today
My school computer don't work and SERIOUSLY. TOOLS, WHY. 😡 YOUR A MECHANIC OR A PROGRAMMER programmer is much better btw BUT AT 12:30 I HAVE LIBRARY CLASS
I have an Asus vivobook and my trackpad buttons don't work. You can click and hear the clicking but they wont do anything. The mouse and the fingerprint button work, it's just that the right and left click buttons won't work.
You can try reseating the ribbon cables for them. If that does not work, make sure your updates are all processed as seen here; th-cam.com/video/DDv2gJDjfOM/w-d-xo.html. If that also fails to help, you may need to replace the part.
@@1819sjib Windows 10 pro is the operating system that your computer uses. Its not the model of the computer. Does this help find your model number? th-cam.com/video/-t1UcxmT7yA/w-d-xo.html
Im not using tools to fix my pc because im literally 13 and have no knowledge of anything and my touchpad is stuck and I can't click anything and my dads probably going to get mad so um- *help me*
I cant tell you if that will fix your key if I dont know whats wrong with it unfortunately. What is wrong with your Tab key? Is it just not clicking down correctly?
@@Marwa_follow503 If something is physically wrong with your key and its not clicking down correctly, I would disassemble it as seen here th-cam.com/video/M-aYew3NSv8/w-d-xo.html and inspect for damage. If no damage is found, try to reinstall. If damage is found, it would need to be replaced.
This repair process works on certain types of touchpads that are getting dirty to the point of affecting their click feature. If that is the issue with yours, then yes, this should work. However, if your actual touchpad is damaged or not working, you would have to replace it.
You can actually try to click the touchpad with a high intensity, then it will actually start clicking again. Works for Dell Laptops don't know for others.
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i saw the tools and backed out quickly lol
lmao same
same
Hell nah lmao
@@user-tq5ql7dg2e long name
i still watched, but I absolutely let out a deep sigh
I didnt feel like hurting my computer. I just took a card and got all the gunk out around it. This video is entertaining though so imma subscribe and watch when I'm bored.
Nah, you won’t hurt your computer, it’ll just take longer than the wedge method
But did it work with the card?
You just saved me from taking it apart I used a card😂
Nice kinda fixed it for me
@@ohitsam wh
at card
OMG, you're a lifesaver. I didn't take it apart I just used a tweezer to pull it up and boom it popped back into place. no need to go to a computer repair shop
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After doing everything Dell said and Microsoft said to do--to no avail, I came across your video. I simply cleaned out the bottom edge of the touchpad with my fingernail, and, guess what? The click works again! Thank you so much! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Love the accent. Philly?
Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!
NH :)
Thanks for the tutorial this worked. Wouldn’t recommend unplugging the battery to anyone wanting to tighten/loosen the retention screw for the trackpad, simply unscrew the battery screws and lift it gently up for access.
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No I would recommend unplugging
even after powering down machine, there is current still in the circuit
can cause static damage to components if they come in contact with ur hand
its much better to unplug battery to remove chance of such damage
I mean yes there is still residual charge after unplugging the battery but much less probable to cause damage
Thanks, your video inspired me to do this thorough fix. It was actually much easier to fix on my HP - no glued joints, just screws. Turns out my battery was swollen and that was contributing to the problem. New battery ordered.
Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)
Thank you for this video. It has helped me when I needed to find out what was wrong with my touchpad. Although, it was not the same problem it was similar in a way. It turns out that the one clickers at the opposite end of the touchpad had came off due to me applying to much pressure on the touchpad. So, thank you again for this video and it really had helped me out.
Happy to help :) Always here if needed !! Nice job troubleshooting and figuring out your issue !!
@@PC_Monkey Hello there I accidentally dropped some water on my touchpad.It's going crazy and doing things on it's own.Will this tutorial fix that?
@@zee-ek8ym Most likely not. These are two separate issues. I would keep the computer off and let everything dry. Then I would access the touchpad as seen here and unplug it, then plug it back in. Try to clean it if possible. See if the problem keeps up after that. Hopefully the motherboard isnt damaged :(
@@PC_Monkey Surely the motherboard isn't damaged.But it's certain that the touchpad is completely water damaged.And I'm okay with the laptop being damaged.I'm just scared about my data.I hope I can fix it :(
@@PC_Monkey my touchpad on my hp pavilion has been really troublesome. itll often get jammed and won't click, and when it does work it takes one or two clicks for the cursor to do something. should i get it repaired or would the same thing you did here work on an hp?
Thank you so much this helped me I was scared to open my laptop because I was afraid I’ll brake something (I didn’t ) and now my touchpad works.
Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)
I had a lenovo, but thanks to you I learned that I just needed a clean. Saved myself the check up money thanks!
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Respect bro ur reading everyone's comments to help them. 👍
this is called real tech support :)
I try :) Thx !!
Totally fixed my new left click stuck button on my track pad. Your video is awesome. Thank you so much samsung 9x5L
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thanks for for help, jamming a card into the side of the trackpad worked like a charm :)
Wow, this tutorial actually helped! While I was watching the video my touchpad just suddenly went back to its old position! (This is no joke, it just started working again)
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same bro ahah, minute into the video and i guess touch sensed something fishy so he started working
@@trashmouthcharley Great to hear !! Always here to help :):)
Thank you so much! It's my first time and it works well without causing any problem.
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Followed this to fix a hp probook. Didn't even have to go as far as removing the touchpad, just slightly shifted if back into place and cleaned around the edges to get it working again. Thanks!
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I love you and the way you teach you just solve my problem God bless😮
Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)
This video is great. I actually just kind of pushed my touchpad towards the screen and that gave it enough room to stop sticking!
ultimately I opened my HP up and it was quite similar, and I was able to adjust the clips and remove a LOT of dust and it works much better now, thanks OP.
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Brooooo good looking out. I was so frustrated with my practically brand new Samsung laptop that I barely use because it was sticking. And then I see your comment, did it and it actually freakin worked bro. Thank you so much seriously you don't know how frustrated I was lol.
I didn't even watch the video. I saw the top comment about tools being needed and backed out so that's pretty much what I did until I saw your comment about pushing the pad towards the screen. It worked immediately, thanks again.
@@BRANDONTHAGR8 Glad your all set :) Always here if needed !!
thanks you so much i actually used a knife to jam the food stuffs but it only made my touchpad look terrible .and my parents have strictly mad a desition to not go to the repair shop since guy there just scams me and as a part time editor and youtuber it was devastating but when i found your video i know i am not gonna get scammed by the repair shop [btw i haved reallly done anything i am feelling mixed emotions right now :] ]
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Great job teaching how to do this. You sound like you are from Massachusetts :)
I have a question. I LOVE you easy to follow instructions. I have an HP Pavillion 15-cs1xxx laptop on which the touchpad is not functioning correctly. I live in a high dust area and opened it up a week ago and cleaned it out thoroughly and reassembled. Some features now function but others do not. The rocker/click function is not working; the long side of the touchpad near me is pushed all the way down and it doesn't rock/click. I cannot right click with it nor highlight. After watching your video I went ahead and opened it back up but went a little deeper as you did in your video and took the actual pad out and cleaned around the edges; I did find the small computer connection lock was not down so I corrected that and reassembled it. Same problem exists; no rocker/click function (long closest to me is still down) and cannot highlight or right click. Suggestions? THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
I sat accidentally on my computer and now here I am 🙂
Hope this helps :)
Lmfaoo
Thank you for this... dont have the tools but thank you. Going to try with what I have at home 🥲
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Go to a hardware store. You'll be able to find a small screwdriver with 20+ attachments (assortment of small flathead, phillips, and t's) for a couple dollars. A razor blade should be 20 cents. Small dollar bottle of rubbing alcohol, and you can get inside just about any laptop
bruh my laptops touchpad was broken and when i was watching this video it just thinks to itself hmmmmm i should fix myself and then my touchpad was all fine loool
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Thank's guys! It actually turned out that when I dropped the machine a few weeks ago I dented the bottom case making it stuck. Been using a mouse since but was extremley annoying as the dent was tiny too. Straight off to Acer for a warranty repair!
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Excellent! Thankyou its brilliant! I have whole new laptop now :3
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I'm mechanically inclined, but computers are different. I might give this a shot on my HP. I hope Radio shack has those tools and that my hands don't shake (from age). I know one of the guys who works there fixes things sometimes, but he's not there as often as he used to be. My alternative, is to fix it myself or buy a new computer. Buying a new computer is a hassle.
Thank you very much for this video. Although I don't sound very confident, you explained it so clearly I think I can do it.
Good luck !! Let me know how it goes :)
0:12 I have that model but you middle knuckle at the ege on my is open and will not snap shut (part of the lid case) how to pop it close?
Thank you, so perfect. Cleaning was easier for me, didn't have to remove everything - but this clue was pricelesss.
Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)
Who else is trying to find one without opening THE actual computer
The repair options for DIY computer repair are limited if you dont want to enter the computer. Just like the DIY repair options for your car are limited without being willing to open the hood
Iv'e done mine and it's working, you can do it as long as you should handle it with care
best i could come up with for this would just be taking rubbing alcohol and and allowing it to seep into the boundaries of the pad, hope it dries out any potential liquid/eats up any crud preventing mouse from properly working
@@jerrykingsley6703 liquid damage?
Hello! Only my bottom left corner won't actually have any impact when I click but I do hear it making the clicking sound and can feel it depress slightly. Do you think this is still likely the problem? Clicking in the middle of the pad still will click a window or select things. Clicking on the right still gets me a right click. Clicking left corner gets me a click sound and feeling of depression but no result/action.
It does not sound like its being obstructed so this vix may not help. I would reseat the touchpad ribbon cable from the touchpad and the motherboard. If that does not help, try replacing the touchpad.
@@myobmyob2215 Thanks :) regluing? Regluing what?
Wow it works thank you very much!!
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What I found weird about this is that when I was watching the video (using a mouse not the touchpad ofc) my touchpad just randomly started working again! turns out you dont even need to follow the steps, this video does its magic itself! Lol
PC Monkey magic LOL
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WTF when i read this comment i clicked my touchpad and it randomly started working again lmao
bro whaaa same
Thank you , great vid. So there is no need to reglue the pad back in place?
Its usually double sided tape and should just go back down reusing the same tape
Can you do this to a macbook air?
You can do this procedure on any computer with a touchpad :)
I can’t find the right screwdriver to unscrew the screws. Can any small screwdriver work with enough time put into the screw? Or will it just not work at all without the right screwdriver?
As with any screws, you should have the correct size or you risk stripping the screw.
clear video!
Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)
I have a GS65 Stealth Thin and the trackpad won't click. The top of the pad is flush with the laptop but the bottom is slightly raised. Any ideas on what the problem is?
It may have come loose or jammed somehow. You may have to open it up as seen here to inspect for damage or for cleaning.
my laptop does not showing synapitcs or elan touchpad in device manager it is only showing ps/2 compatible mouse please help me to get toucpad 😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔
You don’t need to fix it, just plug a mouse into the side of your computer :)
I tried it wont work
Noah Sietsema then I think something serious may be wrong with your computer 😟
@@julietgore5940 yeah a think so the mouse dont work but the mouse I plug on dont other. But thanks anyways for the video.
I am trying to save up enough money to buy a mouse because i'm broke
I don't have one
who just hates being young and having to do these complicated steps to try and fix your trackpad 😩😩
Im literally 13 and im dying here because my trackpad just decided to quit working 😩
@@ConverseDestroyer i feel you these a modern day problems 💔💔
Cleaning the area around the touchpad helped a little. I needed to stick a small piece of electrical tape to the piece of plastic that presses against the electrical switch on the back of the touchpad’s circuit board. It seems like the plastic bump that presses on the switch has worn down over time from use.
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@@PC_Monkey An Update: It turns out that the root cause of my touchpad's button failures is that the laptop's battery is old and has expanded. The battery is mounted directly underneath the touchpad and it presses against the mechanism that manages the button presses. This is easily confirmed by just removing the battery and powering up the PC from the AC adapter. A new battery is now on order. Thanks again for your video! PS: maybe you could make a video about this type of failure...
@@kertjans8794 Nice job figuring it out! Yes, an expanding battery is very dangerous for many reasons! Glad you got that out of there!
The drivers for my XPS 15 9530 have vanished - likely due to some automatic Windows update. The touchpad is not even listed anywhere in the device manager - nothing anywhere. It still works as a mouse, but no scrolling or advanced feature are available. Where can I find something to install to bring it back with adjustable settings? Web searches have failed me. Thanks!
The touch pad is often listed as a sub-set of " Human Interface Devices "...just an FYI to folks reading the comments.
Muchas gracias, la explicación es tan precisa que he podido arreglar mi touchpad.
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I hope you don't mind if I post my solution. I have had to do this a couple times a year for the past two years. So people may want to try it before tearing into the laptop or paying to have it fixed.
When my mouse pad gets stuck down and won't work, I use a Q-tip with a little alcohol on it and run it around the mouse pad. Then I use a scalpel tip and run the tip around the outside of the mousepad just barely going into the edge. Then I lift up the pad with the tip of the scalpel. Using the Q-tip one more time, I run it around the mousepad edge again. This works for my Dell. I think dirt and grime gets in around the mouse pad and causes the sticking.
Good luck!
I think you could also use a small suction cup like you put on glass windows to lift the stuck mouse pad also. I have not tried it yet but it has to be safer than a scalpel or razor blade.
Well done! Glad your all set :)
Take a picture at every major step before you start anything so you can see how to put it back. Or write it down.
Good idea :) I say that now in my repair videos. This was one of my older ones :(
i just kind of gently pressed on the underside of the laptop near the touchpad and in the corners and it got unstuck. i've had this problem before but it usually resolves itself and doesn't happen for a while
would some elctro wash do the trick for a first solution? just spray around the touchpad. it might be better than using a "knife" to clean around the edges before trying to take it all apart. thanks for the video, I learned something.
You can definitely try that :) I prefer getting in there and doing it this way
thanks for video, bro. i have Lenovo and i think it’s a same principle or not?
Same principle with any trackpad that wont click anymore :)
@@PC_Monkey thanks a lot
@@GeoBeorn Your welcome !! Happy to help :)
Hi, does the touchpads these make a clicking noise( like a mouse)naturally when pressed hard or is something else?
Not sure if I fully understand your question. Yes, most touchpads I know of make some sort of clicking sound when pressed although it may not be as pronounced as a key
hardware troubleshooting is the best!
I just slammed my fist down on it and it started working again. But i saw some one do this and it worked so thanks
Your video was great and I'll give it a try however it did make me a little nervous that you put the screws back in before you tested it that tells me perhaps you haven't screwed up enough times for me just kidding good video peace and thanks
I used a card to jam under the touchpad and it works so well
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Yall another way to do this without tools is frantically clicking the touchpad with your fist, works like a charm
i did it but then after a few hours it gets stuck again
my touchpad works when i restart it but it doesnt move at all it clicks but every once in a while the mouse starts to glide and then stops moving at all. How do u fix this? :(
Try unplugging the trackpad ribbon cable from both ends for a few seconds. Sometimes the connection just needs to be refreshed. Also, make sure the updates are all run as seen here; th-cam.com/video/DDv2gJDjfOM/w-d-xo.html
can you help me i have an HP laptop the area under the buttons is swollen and area upper the left button is swollen too and i cant press this button and the right button workes correctly any help plz
The keyboard is swollen? First thing is to find out why lol. Is the battery swollen?
@@PC_Monkey the keyboard is not swollen and i think the battery too because i cant know if it is swollen or not but i purshased te laptop from a 3years ago . also when i press on the area of touchpad close to the left button it workes like i press the button and when i press on the area under the buttons which is swollen it workes like i press the right button.
@@fadigaming205 First I would replace the battery or at least remove it as it could be harming the computer.
hey I have a hp laptop and the same problem but it clicks when i put it on a table but not when i put it on my bed or something can i fix this?
Sounds like the same issue. On a table, the computer is perfectly level and all the components perfectly line up. Anywhere else, it could be just slightly bent and needs to be cleaned to allow for that extra space. I would still try the steps seen here first.
Hi, I have a microsoft go 2, and when I click the trackpad the bottom left corner of it gets stuck down after I click it, but it pops back up after around 3 minutes.
Its possible that it just needs to be cleaned as seen here. Have you tried that?
How to fix it:
Step 1.get a computer mouse
You should make a video lol
hi my left click mouse has been pushed in a bit and i heard a crack right before. its now more pushed in on the slide side when i click. how do i fix this?
I would disassemble to get to the touchpad. Then remove it, inspect for damage and if none is found, try to reinstall. If damage is found, replace it.
I'm never touching my right touchpad ever again. I'm just gong to tap in the left part and double tap for drag and drop.
I’m guessing I’ve broken my laptop because I’ve used too much pressure btw I’ve got the hp pavilion 15 any tips?
Why do you think you broke it? Whats wrong with your computer?
PC Monkey well whenever I put on my laptop and try to use the touchpad the cursor never shows up on the screen so I’m unable to do anything
@@x_isha If the computer work otherwise you may just need to replace the touchpad. They are usually pretty cheap on sites like Ebay
PC Monkey hi again, I’ve just turned on my laptop and my cursor is working but it keeps jumping and keeps moving around by its self got any tips?
@@x_isha Could be a driver / software issue. Try making sure the drivers are updated. Uninstall that one and restart the computer if needed. Or again, it could just need to be replaced.
Hey buddy I just got a new laptop and if I right click it the button is being clicked and not popping up again. Should I return it or can i fix it??
If there is something physically wrong with your new computer then yes, I would return it as many DIY operations can void your warranties
How much would this repair cost? I live in NYC and would like to hire a Tech to repair mouse pad which is jammed on my Gateway laptop. It's hardly been used but does not go pass the log in screen as mouse pad is not responding. I bought a wired mouse to see if I could still work on it but that hasn't worked neither.
It depends on the shop. To repair a touchpad like this, I would usually charge $75. However, you seem to have another issue, if your computer wont go past the login screen.
@@PC_Monkey My wife who the laptop belongs to feels an anti virus program needs to be installed on it (It came with Norton but expired). How can we install one without us getting past the log in screen? Is there a way to actually run a test or connect to the laptop via a different laptop & repair it that way?
@@PC_Monkey I would pay $75 for the inherited mouse repair. Are you in NYC or do you have a skilled & trusted person out here?
@@johanmassy5290 You cant install software without getting access to the computer. So the issue is the computer wont get past the login screen? You can try to reinstall Windows as seen here; th-cam.com/video/bIlW4im-tr4/w-d-xo.html. Let me know if that works first
@@PC_Monkey Thank you for the reply & advice. Do you have a shop for repairs here in NYC or any trusted colleagues who cover this area?
Hey, nice video! My computer touchpad has malfuctioned crazy, the cursor just goes up and down rapidly, constantly clicking. This has resulted in my tabs getting closed all the time, and my computer opening up random applications. It gets so bad to the point I smack it to get it to work properly again, which is a temporary fix. This problem has been getting worse and worse, what should I do? I have tried resetting the touchpad, updating it and enabling and disabling it, but nothing appears to work, making me think that this is more a hardware problem to do with inside my computer.
If all those things have not worked, I would replace the touchpad at that point :(
@@PC_Monkey Aw alright, how much would you think that would cost?
Depends on the computer but its usually one of the cheapest parts to replace. Would you like help finding one? If so, what is the brand and model of your computer? @@ultimatesupreme6370
@@PC_Monkey I believe it is called the HP Pavilion 15t W0P57AV_1. For now I'm just curious whether it is worth replacing the touchpad or I would be better off buying a new computer entirely, due to the price being too high (my laptop was purchased on a discount at £200).
This might sound like a silly question but how do you stick the touchpad back on again afterwards? I'm scared I'll take it off then won't be able to fix it in place again
Not a silly question :) The double sided tape usually is good for a very long time and multiple installs. Its effectiveness definitely wont run out after a single install :)
i need to know how to reattach the piece with the blue thing without taking the bottom off because i got charged 100 dollars to get it fixed but i didn't actually get it fixed
What tools do I need to do this?
Screwdrivers, pry tool, etc as seen in the vid :)
Would this work the same/similar on a MacBook Air?
Yes, they have similar constructed touchpad assemblies :)
@@PC_Monkey Thank you so much! Great video by the way, I like the way you explain things. It's easy to follow along!
@@pumpkinpie13132 Thanks !! Glad this video was helpful :):)
I bought a brand new msi but I wasn't able to send it to guarantee service repair and now it's been too long. I'm assuming it's not trash stuck in there, because the laptop is brand new, but the touchpad is always pressed down on one side and I can't really have the clicking effect because it won't go up. I don't know what to do.
Also, I would try this and see what's going on in there, but I'm so scared of taking the battery off, it's not like taking a lifeless peace of plastic, I'm sure I'll ruin something up on the battery
@@miss_B_ If the touchpad is stuck down then I would assume that something in there is stuck or broken. Yes, I would definitely open it up and inspect for damage. What is the exact model of your computer? We can try to find a disassembly video for your specific computer so you know exactly what to do
@@PC_Monkey it's MSI GF65 thin 9sexr .... It could be very well broken/stuck, because when I opened the box brand new, it was already like this, but I'm just really afraid of the battery removal, I've never done it and I'll most likely mess things up. Thanks for trying to help
@@miss_B_ If its brand new, I would just return it as its damaged if your afraid on opening it up. Also, if you open it up, there is a chance you could void the warranty
I tried it but not with a blade, i tried it with a paper and i surprisingly worked😂😂
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ok sir
Please, what about when water pours inside the touch pad and didn't respond anymore?
After a liquid spill, you want to first make sure the computer is 100% dry. You would turn your computer off immediately by pressing and holding the power button until the computer turns off. Then you would disassemble the computer as much as your comfortable with, at least trying to remove the bottom case. Then you would turn it on its side and let dry for a couple days. Have you done this yet or are you sure the computer is dry?
@@PC_Monkey
After some hours without dissembling it. The touch pad has started responding. Actually, this situation happened today.
@@EMOTIONALSTORIES771 Ok, let it dry/sit overnight. Hopefully it will be dry enough. Let me know what happens :)
@@PC_Monkey
In about five hours, the touch pad started responding. I'm so grateful for your good work.
Probably dumb but I grabbed my laptop and put pressure on the touchpad and the entire thing went down. As soon as I let go it went back to normal. But I can do that again and see a huge space. Is that normal?
No, that should not be normal. It means most likely poor construction and design of your model computer.
and how permanent is this fix? seems like the touchpad will get filled with gunk and dust again in about the same amount of time it did the first time... is there any more permanent way to fix it?
No, not really. Its just a design issue with this computer. You an try putting some sort of plastic covering over the touchpad area but that may interfere with the touch ability.
I have a question will this help "ghost-clicking" my Samsung will just click on its own.
A lil' bit of water (like seriously a drop or two) fell on my laptop's touchpad and idk whtts happening now .. the cursor moves but it ain't clicking anything.. please helpppp 😭
You may need to clean or replace the touchpad. Try unplugging it and then plugging it back in first from both ends of the ribbon cable.
Mines broken because my little brother punched the touchpad and now not only is the touchpad stuck down but the frame right next to it is sticking up. How can I fix this?
Any parts that are physically broken would need to be replaced. I would disassemble the computer enough to access those parts and inspect them for damage first. If they are only loose, tighten them. If they are broken, replace them.
I out a little bit of water on my touchpad HP laptop, it works for few minutes and after the mouse disappeared and now I can't use the touchpad. What would I do to solve this
You spilled liquid on the touchpad? If so, I would remove the touchpad and thoroughly clean it. If that does not help, you may have to replace it
@@PC_Monkey yh but how would I clean the touchpad?
@@PC_Monkey now the mouse is pointing but not working
@@frituste You could use a toothbrush or rag and 70% isopropyl alcohol mixture to clean it. Thats your best bet but sometimes liquid damage is not fixable. The board component needs to be replaced.
@@PC_Monkey what if i don't have isopropyl alcohol, should i just use alcohol
Holy shit i fix it with a needle, thank God now my dad is not gonna kill me
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@@PC_Monkey thanks bro
Lost me at the unscrew
? You dont know how to unscrew?
@@PC_Monkey I do it’s just mad work I have a wired mouse plus it been broken for 3 years I can live without it
i cant find the right screwdriver pls help
my computer fell off of my pretty tall bed in my sleep and the mousepad kind of like, fell out of the place, one corner fell out of place and is taller than all the other sides and it stopped tracking my clicks in all the other spots, i'm gonna try this out today
Good luck !! Let me know how it goes :)
My school computer don't work and SERIOUSLY. TOOLS, WHY. 😡 YOUR A MECHANIC OR A PROGRAMMER programmer is much better btw BUT AT 12:30 I HAVE LIBRARY CLASS
I have an Asus vivobook and my trackpad buttons don't work. You can click and hear the clicking but they wont do anything. The mouse and the fingerprint button work, it's just that the right and left click buttons won't work.
You can try reseating the ribbon cables for them. If that does not work, make sure your updates are all processed as seen here; th-cam.com/video/DDv2gJDjfOM/w-d-xo.html. If that also fails to help, you may need to replace the part.
So on the gateway gwtn116-1bl it's F3
What is F3?
A quicker method is cleaning the touchpad with wipes then u give it a decent wack from behind (I used my phone) then done ur finished
how do i do this on a surface pro?
What model do you have?
@@PC_Monkey windows 10 pro
@@1819sjib Windows 10 pro is the operating system that your computer uses. Its not the model of the computer. Does this help find your model number? th-cam.com/video/-t1UcxmT7yA/w-d-xo.html
hit the back a couple of times it fixed mine
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the pad clicks but the cursor doesn't, although the pad is harder to click
Try unplugging the ribbon cable from the touchpad and the motherboard. Then plug them back in. That help?
Im not using tools to fix my pc because im literally 13 and have no knowledge of anything and my touchpad is stuck and I can't click anything and my dads probably going to get mad so um-
*help me*
Sorry. If you dont have the tools to DIY then you cant DIY :( You can have your dad do it
Question if I press it to hard will this fix it my tab
I cant tell you if that will fix your key if I dont know whats wrong with it unfortunately. What is wrong with your Tab key? Is it just not clicking down correctly?
@@PC_Monkey yes
@@PC_Monkey I pressed to hard and it’s not working anymore
@@Marwa_follow503 If something is physically wrong with your key and its not clicking down correctly, I would disassemble it as seen here th-cam.com/video/M-aYew3NSv8/w-d-xo.html and inspect for damage. If no damage is found, try to reinstall. If damage is found, it would need to be replaced.
@@PC_Monkey no my tab I pressed hard on it
Only thing I can do now is jam somthing to try get the click back bc I can't get them tools
Does this work for MacBook as well?
This repair process works on certain types of touchpads that are getting dirty to the point of affecting their click feature. If that is the issue with yours, then yes, this should work. However, if your actual touchpad is damaged or not working, you would have to replace it.
PC Monkey you have such a great voice. 😅
After doing this my pointer disappeared . Cant see it and touchpad stopped working
You can actually try to click the touchpad with a high intensity, then it will actually start clicking again. Works for Dell Laptops don't know for others.
I just did this and it worked perfectly. Thanks for saving me from grabbing tools lmfao
@@erin5498 Works for other buttons too.
I just repeatingly tap the bottom of the touchpad and it works usually cause this happends alot for me sadly
I don't know how mine lost its 'click'. It was working fine yesterday.
Hope this video was helpful :)
I punched mine in and don't know what to do
lol dont punch your computer first.
What brand and model computer do you have and whats the issue with it?
@@PC_Monkey I have a HP I bang my touchpad it’s not working...
@@dtikaela Does it FEEL broken? Is it out of place or not clicking down properly or does it feel fine but its not working on the screen?
i just hit my mouse pad with ruler and well it worked but im not saying 100% it works
guys what i did was closed the screen for 5-6 mins, then opened it... after that all fine.
Your touchpad was sticking and then was fixed after you closed the screen?
The monitor or whatever u wanna call it.