Apple’s Magic Trackpad 2 has been gaining popularity among users thanks to its sleek design and minimalistic approach to technology. However, using this device to its fullest potential can be quite daunting for beginners. If you’re new to the Magic Trackpad or simply looking to discover new tips and tricks, you’ve come to the right place.
Connecting the trackpad to your iPad is a useful trick that’s often overlooked. Thanks to recent advancements in iPadOS, you can now connect the trackpad to your iPad, making it feel like an extension of the tablet. You can connect it through Bluetooth settings, or if you have a USB Type-C to Lightning cable, you can plug it straight into the iPad.
Editing the different gestures on the trackpad is another commonly overlooked feature that can be extremely useful to certain users. By clicking on “System Preferences” and then “Trackpad,” you can edit what almost all the different gestures do, including the sensitivity. You can even make it so that it’s silent when you click something, which is useful for people who work late at night and need to stay quiet.
If you’re trying to read something but the text is too small, simply put your mouse over the area you are trying to read and double-tap on the trackpad. This will automatically zoom in on the area you have the mouse over, allowing you to get a better view of the text.
Organizing multiple tabs is also made easier with the Magic Trackpad. By swiping up with three fingers, you can expose all the tabs you have opened, making it easier to manage your work. You can also access the notification center by swiping to the left with two fingers.
If your trackpad is experiencing slow response times due to glitchy Bluetooth, simply plug it into your laptop as if you were charging it. After about an hour of being connected, it has almost always resolved the issue for most users.
Finally, you can use two fingers to pinch and zoom in on almost any webpage or application. If the text is too small to read, simply do the opposite to zoom out by putting your fingers together and pulling them apart.
By utilizing these tips and tricks, you’ll be able to better understand just how useful Apple’s Magic Trackpad truly is. Don’t overlook the abilities that make this device worth investing in.