Accidental trackpad input while typing

NewMacMan wrote:

I think I've tried everything to reduce random input of text while typing. Suggestions? If I turn off "tap to click" how then do I actually click on something?

You never clearly state what exact Mac this is or what exact macOS you are currently running—details matter.

Old issue, new issue, what changed to precipitate your current problem?

Old Mac, brand new Mac?

If this is added text issue see if you qualify:

https://support.apple.com/keyboard-service-program-for-mac-notebooks

Verify you do not have a battery that is swelling from inside, this can cause issues with both keyboard & trackpad, and needs immediate attention. Look for any sign on the outside case of seam separation ...

If neither situation applies to you—

Have you made any adjustment to make the trackpad work for you better—

Like turn down the sensitivity of the Trackpad ...

>System Preferences>Trackpad

Change how your trackpad works with Mac - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/change-the-way-your-trackpad-works-mchlp1226/mac

How to use the Force Touch trackpad - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204352

Use Multi-Touch gestures on your Mac - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204895

Change Mouse & Trackpad preferences for accessibility on Mac

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/change-mouse-trackpad-preferences-unac899/mac

Turn on "three finger drag" for your Force Touch trackpad - Apple Support

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204609

pressing too hard? The Trackpad has force touch which has multiple levels of pressure to activate different things. If you fully press the trackpad on an icon, it will QuickLook the file which sort of opens the file. 

You can turn off Force Click in the Trackpad System Preferences.

NewMacMan Said:

"Accidental trackpad input while typing: I think I've tried everything to reduce random input of text while typing. Suggestions? If I turn off "tap to click" how then do I actually click on something?"

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Keyboard Shortcuts:

• Undo: [Hold Down: command + Press Z]
• Redo: [Hold Down: command + Hod Down: shift + : Press Z]

What to Try:

A. Reset the SMC and your NVRAM:

Sometimes when changes are made to the system(i.e. updates), system configurations (i.e. for the keyboard) become manipulated, technically. So, reset the SMC and NVRAM.

B. Boot in Safe Mode:

[Hold Down command key + R key] simultaneously upon boot. In Safe Mode, corrupted system setting files (caches), are intentionally fixed.

1. Boot: in Safe Mode
2. Log In: as Same User
3. Wait: 30 seconds
4. Shut Down: the Mac
5. Wait: 30 seconds
6. Boot: the Mac normally
7. Log In: as Same User
8. See if can get this to work

C. Create a New User:

See what happens when you create a new Administrator user. If it is then connecting, then it is likely something configured in your current user.

D. Reset your SMC and your NVRAM:

If you can't enter you password correctly, then reset your SMC and your NVRAM. Sometimes changes (i.e. updates) are made to the system and then settings (i.e. keyboard) become corrupted, technically. So, reset both on your Mac. So, reset your SMC and reset your NVRAM. Then, try connecting once more. It might take three tries. to fix this. So, be certain you have the time to do so.

Reset your SMC and your NVRAM:

Use these Links:

• Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac - Apple Support
• How to Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support

You will have to learn to type with the proper hand position so that you are not touching the trackpad when typing.