Understand that the Touchpad is a pain to use. If I only use a mouse with this laptop, does it really matter?
1988391
It's not a bad system, just unusual, so it will take some time to learn and get familiar with it. If you're using a mouse, then it's a moot point.
1988392
Weird, I have been diggin the touchpad actually. Seems very intuitive to me and I have not yet used a mouse.I think your question is ultimately rhetorical though - if you only use a mouse the performance of the touchpad is irrelevant.
1988393
I think the touchpad is actually better than on most Windows laptops, it's much more like the Mac trackpad. I actually prefer it a lot of the time. But you can use a mouse just fine.
1988394
Actually, a mouse makes a world of difference! It makes everything much easier so I would recommend you use a mouse with this computer.
1988395
I use external mouse and am happy with the performance. Moreover, once I got used to the how the Touchpad works, I found that I actually liked and found it intuitive in many ways.
1988396
Touch pad is ok but I always use a mouse any way so it's not been a problem for me - overall I love the laptop and happy I bought it
577939
I think you may have a problem with the touchpad. Mine works fine right out of the box. You shouldn't have to do anything to make it work.
1887936
I use a mouse also, plugs in by USB I just never touch the touch pad. My mouse is a Microsoft wireless 4000You can add external mouse and keyboard with USB. BTW, this is a great computer for the price. Sleek, modern, duel Core AMD Radeon. E2 HD LED LCD widescreen. Only 4 GB memory though and 500GBHDD. I don't know if there is any way to disable pad, but why would you need to with a mouse? Best of luck. I hope I helped.
1216898
I mainly use the trackpad, which took me about a week to get used to, as I had never used a laptop before. When I bought my Macbook, I also purchased (about $50) a wireless mouse, which now sits unused in my bag, as I actually prefer to use the trackpad and its neat, two finger scrolling feature.Using the keyboard was a bit different as well, but now it feels weird to type on anything else. They keys are raised squares and it is quite easy to type on, albeit, it may take a few days to get used to, just like anything different, I guess. Hope this helps...
654401
i dont use a mouse. just the keyboard and my fingers to touch the screen. did not know one could use a mouse.
1651260
no, if you have a laptop with thumb pad. If you are using a desktop, you will need a mouse.
2195664
This is not good for your touchpad Laptop. The best thing you can do is to buy a mini laser tracking mouse to move the arrow wherever you like. Use your fingers only for typing. My best regards. Gus
1740002
Yes, is FAR stiffer than most machines. I used to use the touchpad 'click', but now i use a mouse with this laptop or the touchscreen in some cases
1144786
Sorry, but I'm old-fashioned and usually use a mouse. However, I can turn the touchpad on or off using "Control" with the (F6) key; you might try that.
335998
My daughter just got an Acer Aspire One 10" and the left-click doesn't work at all. The fact that a nice little optical mouse is included makes me think acer doesn't trust the quality of its touch pad.Other then that, easily circumvented, problem, it's a pretty neat machine.
889846
Mine is a touchscreen! I read that review too. It must have been sorted improperly. I love the touchscreen interface, tho it does take some getting used to and I still prefer the mouse most of the time. But it really is handy
717817
I'm on the same fence. While I haven't driven the Samsung, I did use the Asus today and found the click buttons extremely stiff. Do these "break in" and become easier to click after time? That was my only negative with this machine. How is the touchpad and clicking on the Samsung in comparison?
2181396
I favored the touchpad and being over bluetooth for the application I'm using it on. Overall I'm quite happy with it for the price. Hope that helps :)
1392947
I mainly use the trackpad, which took me about a week to get used to, as I had never used a laptop before. When I bought my Macbook, I also purchased (about $50) a wireless mouse, which now sits unused in my bag, as I actually prefer to use the trackpad and its neat, two finger scrolling feature. Using the keyboard was a bit different as well, but now it feels weird to type on anything else. They keys are raised squares and it is quite easy to type on, albeit, it may take a few days to get used to, just like anything different, I guess. Hope this helps...
2120912
well its a touch screen so you don't even need a mouse or to use the trackpad. the main reason I got this is because I have terrible carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis so I cannot click on the mouse, even the stylus pen can aggravate my symptoms if I use it for too long. I just use my fingers but I'm sure you can be able to install a wireless mouse or plug in a mouse with a USB cord. I just don't recommend using the mouse honestly because it will destroy your hands and rest over time. take advantage of the touch screen and save your tendons from straining every time you click.
91184
No it does not. The touchpad is poor in general. Spoils an otherwise great design.
1100070
I am not a huge fan of the touch pad. It is very unresponsive at times. Really bugs me. Other than that, it is an excellent laptop.