Trackpad and mouse not clicking

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Trackpad and mouse not clicking

the trackpad on my MacBook Pro stops clicking after sometime (generally between 30 min to 1h), and even the mouse wouldn't click. the cursor moves, I can right clock, but can not click, which is very annoying.

I doubt it's a physical problem as it works fine when I restart the computer. but the interruption is annoying.

the OS is up to date, and this has been happening for about a week now.

Is anyone experiencing this? can anyone help, please?

Thanks in advance!

MacBook Pro with Retina display, macOS High Sierra (10.13.4)

Posted on May 3, 2018 3:29 AM

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Cunnla

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May 3, 2018 4:37 AM in response to imeliane

Check out this article. If your pointer is jumpy when you use a trackpad, Magic Trackpad, or Magic Mouse - Apple Support

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May 5, 2018 11:05 AM in response to imeliane

to that Apple article, I would add one more possible issue:

Check for swollen battery:

Examine the seam between the bottom case and the keyboard-level "top-case", especially at the front (close to you) part of the MacBook Pro. Anything that seems like that seam may be opening up under from pressure within needs prompt attention at a service facility.

Your battery could be expanding and placing pressure on the underside of the keyboard and trackpad.

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Trackpad and mouse not clicking

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