Q: My trackpad seems to be malfunctioning. Cursor jumps around. Screens shift.

My trackpad seems to be malfunctioning. The cursor jumps around and doesn't always respond. The screen shifts from one to another involuntarily. Does anyone have an answer to this problem?

MacBook Pro, iOS 6

Posted on Oct 16, 2013 7:46 PM

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by John Galt,

John Galt Oct 16, 2013 7:53 PM in response to laurie727
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Oct 16, 2013 7:53 PM in response to laurie727

Portables and Magic Trackpad: Jumpy or erratic trackpad operation

Does this occur with the power adapter connected, disconnected, or both?

Check your battery status. A battery that reaches its end of life may swell, creating pressure beneath the trackpad that will result in the symptoms you describe.
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by OGELTHORPE,

OGELTHORPE Oct 17, 2013 11:49 AM in response to laurie727
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Oct 17, 2013 11:49 AM in response to laurie727

Sometimes a very thorough cleaning of the trackpad will restore functionality.

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