Macbooks are known for their highly responsive and smooth trackpads. However, did you know that you can customize your trackpad settings to make your experience even better? In this article, we’ll share four tips to help you get the most out of your Macbook trackpad.
1. Tap to Click
When you first get a new Macbook, the tap to click feature is turned off by default. This means that you have to physically click down on the trackpad to select something. We highly recommend turning on the tap to click feature, as it allows you to simply tap the trackpad to select something, making your life much easier. Additionally, enabling this feature also affects the two-finger tap, allowing you to use it for right-clicking.
2. Enable Drag with Three Fingers
Another setting you’ll want to check out is “Enable Drag” in the Accessibility controls. Enabling this feature allows you to drag items without having to physically click and hold down on the trackpad. Instead, you can simply drag with three fingers to move an item or select text. While this setting is a bit harder to find, it’s worth the effort as it can significantly improve your productivity.
3. Four-Finger Swipe to Move Between Full-Screen Apps
By default, your Macbook is set up to use a four-finger swipe to move between full-screen apps. This setting is located in the “More Gestures” tab. If you want to swipe between pages within an application, then the two-finger swipe is perfect. However, if you want to switch between full-screen apps, make sure the setting is set to four fingers.
4. Use the Accessibility Controls
Finally, we recommend exploring the Accessibility Controls for additional trackpad options. With these controls, you can further customize your trackpad settings to make your experience even better.
In conclusion, customizing your trackpad settings can significantly improve your productivity on your Macbook. By enabling tap to click, drag with three fingers, four-finger swipe to move between full-screen apps, and using the Accessibility Controls, you can create an even smoother and more efficient workflow.
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