Non-responsive trackpad on MacBook Pro 2023 M3 (15.6.1)

Mac book pro 2023 M3 128GB Version 15.6.1

Track pad non responsive works sometimes. Power cycle and will work for a bit

. allows scroll but not click at time.

track pad stops working fully

c cable mouse moves but does not allow selection

how to fix ?


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MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.6

Posted on Sep 5, 2025 7:51 AM

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Posted on Sep 5, 2025 8:16 AM

Could be software or hardware. An intermittent trackpad issue is often a symptom of a failing battery. The battery is right under the trackpad. What does your battery health status say? Any signs of battery swelling (Mac does not sit level on a flat surface, case separating slightly at the sides, etc.)?


If you're seeing issues with a wired USB mouse as well, that's more likely a software issue (but that can depend on the mouse).


If you happen to live near an Apple Store, make a Genius Bar appointment.

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Sep 5, 2025 8:16 AM in response to ld233

Could be software or hardware. An intermittent trackpad issue is often a symptom of a failing battery. The battery is right under the trackpad. What does your battery health status say? Any signs of battery swelling (Mac does not sit level on a flat surface, case separating slightly at the sides, etc.)?


If you're seeing issues with a wired USB mouse as well, that's more likely a software issue (but that can depend on the mouse).


If you happen to live near an Apple Store, make a Genius Bar appointment.

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