How can I disable the touchpad when using a mouse on my spectre laptop?

[westoverafb]

How can I disable the touchpad when using a mouse on my Spectre notebook?

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

HI @westoverafb,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding your laptop!

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

If you want to disable the touchpad on your HP Spectre laptop while using an external mouse, follow these steps:

Open Settings:

• Click on the Start menu or press the Windows key.
• Click on the Settings icon (it looks like a gear).

Navigate to Bluetooth & devices:

• In the Settings menu, select Bluetooth & devices.

Adjust Touchpad Settings:

• Click on the Touchpad option under Bluetooth & devices.
• Find the option to disable the touchpad when an external mouse is connected. The exact wording may vary, but it is typically labeled as "Leave touchpad on when a mouse is connected" or similar.

Disable the Touchpad:

• Turn off the toggle switch for this option. This should disable the touchpad when the external mouse is connected.

Using the Tab Key:

If you are not using an external mouse and need to navigate this menu using the keyboard:

• Press the Tab key repeatedly until the pointer rests on the Touchpad button.
• Press the Spacebar to select the button to disable the touchpad.

Adjusting Touchpad Settings via myHP App:

You can also use the myHP app for more customized settings:

• Open myHP:
  • Go to the myHP app.
  • Select PC Device, then go to Touchpad.
  • Turn off the touchpad option when using an external mouse.

These steps should help you disable the touchpad on your HP Spectre laptop while using an external mouse.

You can refer to this link as well: click here

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