quickcluck Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Hi guys.. A quick question for all you pc experts. My Left click button has almost given up the ghost. I can still use the scroll pad and double click on there, but it can take a few attempts! Does this mean it's the beginning of the end? Or can it be fixed? It's about 2-3 years old, and has started to take an age when it's switched on...... Thanks K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 can you use an external mouse? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickcluck Posted August 17, 2013 Author Share Posted August 17, 2013 Hmmmm good idea, but it's mostly used on my lap in the lounge...... could try that for a while tho, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lydia Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 The best investment I ever made was a wireless mouse for my laptop. The batteries last for ages if you remember to turn the mouse off when you're not using it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 That's what I've got and I use it on my lap in the lounge - I think it's what you get used to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloud Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 It's also possible to set up the trackpad to accept taps rather than having to press the button, That's what I do as I like it that way. Unfortunately I can't remember exactly where it is in Control Panel you have to set this (and I'm currently using a Mac so can't look). It does take a little getting used to but it would be worth a try perhaps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kissinuk Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 What is the exact model make/number? Sounds like its just the button that needs replacing, which is fairly easy to do with most laptops. At least it's not the whole pad thats gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickcluck Posted August 21, 2013 Author Share Posted August 21, 2013 Good idea. I have a little place locally that may help with that. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
