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MacBook Air M3 Trackpad Not Working - How to Fix
M3 MacBook Air trackpad not responding to clicks, gestures, or movement. Fix Force Touch, tap-to-click, and tracking issues.
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Features
The MacBook Air M3 trackpad uses Force Touch technology.
- Force Touch: Detects pressure for context menus
- Haptic feedback: Vibration simulates a click
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Enable Tap to Click
- System Settings → Trackpad → Pointing tab
- Check Tap to click checkbox
- If unchecked, click to enable
- Test by tapping the trackpad
Adjust Sensitivity
- System Settings → Trackpad
- Adjust Tracking Speed slider
- Check Silent clicking option
Clean Trackpad
- Shut down your Mac
- Dampen a soft cloth with water
- Gently wipe the entire trackpad
- Let dry 2-3 minutes
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