Is it possible to use two magic trackpads together on the same computer?
iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
Yes you can do that. You can connect multiple trackpads, mice or keyboards and use them simultaneously.
I done it several times while testing.
Regards,
Captfred
Edit: Understand that they control the same cursor though.
I think what you may really be asking is whether you can pair two different trackpads and use them alternately. The answer is yes. I do that myself.
I'm not sure if I understand in what context you use the term alternately...I am thinking of using one on the right as a mouse replacement for basic cursor movement, the other on the left for "manipulation" (in apps, for rotating graphics, zooming, et cetera).
I haven't tried that. I have two trackpads and pair them with multiple computers, but I only use one at time with any one computer. For graphical manipulation, a tablet would probably be a better choice.
Okay. I had a suspicion when I posted that what I'm looking to do probably isn't doable. And while you are probably correct about the tablet solution, the magic trackpad would be a much less expensive solution. Not to mention taking up much less room on a small desktop.
Why don't you become the first to try it, and let us know?
Sure, as soon as Apple sends me another one for free. I'd hate to invest the money on a gamble... 😢
Use two magic trackpads together?
