Questions & Answers for Magic Trackpad
377 Questions from the Community
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Can I use the magic trackpad and wireless keyboard with a mini mac?
- Asked by Manuel G from El Paso
- Jul 27, 2010
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Best AnswerYes, as long as you have OS 10.6.4 and the Magic Trackpad Update.
- Answered by Benjamin B from Lyman
- Jul 29, 2010
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So this could completely control my macbook if it was across teh room connected to my TV? I would have all the power of a mouse?
use the Trackpad to remotely control my Macbook connected to a TV.
- Asked by Frank L from Bellevue
- Jul 27, 2010
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AnswerYes, what you describe is exactly how I’m using mine. It’s perfect for home theater setups. You can use it as a mouse up to 30 feet. If you use the double tap gesture you can even click while the track pad is resting on a soft surface such as a pillow or couch cushion. I would recommend going into the Track Pad preferences to customize it to your needs.
- Answered by Christopher K from Saint Cloud
- Jul 29, 2010
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Yes. Magic Trackpad uses the same Trackpad Preferences found in System Preferences and supports "Four Fingers" swiping Up/Down for Exposé and Left/Right to Switch Applications.
- Answered by Kevin B from Palo Alto
- Jul 27, 2010
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If someone had some kind of overlay or template could it be used as a numerical keypad?
- Asked by Doug & Karen S from Bellingham
- Jul 30, 2010
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AnswerThis is not the intended functionality of the trackpad--think of it as a larger version of the MacBook/MacBook Pro trackpad. However, it is possible that a third-party program exists which can do this--many exist for certain advanced features, but I don't know about this one.
- Answered by Thomas N from Aurora
- Aug 3, 2010
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Can I use the apple magic trackpad on a Power PC G5 running OSX 5.4.1
- Asked by Don C from Santa Fe
- May 5, 2011
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Best AnswerUnfortunate no the trackpad minimum OS is 10.6.4, "snow leopard" with an intel processor.
- Answered by Ignacio G from Corona
- May 30, 2011
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Will it work with the iOS simulators in Apple Developer Tools?
- Asked by Thomas B from Arlington
- Jul 27, 2010
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AnswerI just tested whether the Magic Trackpad works in iOS Simulator to emulate actually using the iPad, and no, it doesn't work. Depending on how you have the trackpad configured, scrolling alone requires 3-finger swipe, and there is no pinch-zoom or anything else. The Magic Trackpad is fun and I recommend it... just not for mobile emulation.
- Answered by Kenneth N from New Paltz
- Sep 16, 2011
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Is this just works as a multi trackpad like a MacBook Pro?
- Asked by Euen T from Cupertino
- Jul 27, 2010
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AnswerExactly the same - but with an 80% greater playing area.
Hope this helps.
ProdProf- Answered by Darren H from Grenoble
- May 26, 2011
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Does the Magic Trackpad make it any easier to edit with Final Cut pro shortcuts?
- Asked by Erik O from Floreat, Perth
- Jul 27, 2010
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Answeri find it faster than a mouse but still like to use the keyboard the best
- Answered by Robert O from Teaneck
- Nov 4, 2011
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How does the battery life compare to that of the wireless keyboard? Does it have the same "sleep" function as the keyboard to preserve battery life?
Battery Life Comparison
- Asked by Dustin P from Lamar
- Jul 28, 2010
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Best AnswerI'm answering my own question on this one... YES YES YES!!! It definitely does have the same feature as the wireless keyboard by Apple, going to sleep whenever I forget to turn it off. I wish this feature was on the mouse. Not sure why it wasn't. (After about 2.5 months, my keyboard battery is still at 100% and my Magic Mouse is at 40%!) But, I'm just so happy that I took the chance and purchased the trackpad and discovered that it has the feature I was hoping for. Not to mention have more capabilities than the magic mouse. I will be "raving" about this product on the reviews section, as well as to all my friends. You can see my full, hands-on review in the reviews section.
- Answered by Dustin P from Lamar
- Jul 31, 2010
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Will the Trackpad work with an iPad?
- Asked by Eufard C from Cherry Hills Village
- Jan 2, 2011
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Best AnswerOfficially, no.
There are ways to make it work, but they all void your warranty.- Answered by Benjamin F from Boylston
- Apr 26, 2011
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How well would it work for World of Warcraft?
Im using the magic mouse right now, and its really not the greatest thing for WoW. I was just wondering how the trackpad would be instead.
- Asked by Jace W from Tyler
- Feb 17, 2011
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AnswerIt comes down to how you play WoW and the haptic (sense of touch) feedback you expect from your mouse (or trackpad).
If you found yourself scrolling past the thing you wanted to select with the Magic Mouse's "virtual" touch (as opposed to physical) scroll wheel, the Magic Trackpad will have the same problem because it has no haptic feedback (no notchy scroll wheel feedback that allows you to easily count how many items you scrolled though without watching the menu on the screen).
Right clicking is simple just tap with two fingers (but, you cannot chord left and right click together which some apps allow; or click with the virtual scroll wheel also used in many games).- Answered by Chris S from San Jose
- Mar 19, 2011
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i have a pc with win7 64bit. what do i need to make the apple trackpad work on my computer?
what do i need to have to make this work on my pc?
- Asked by Andre R from Bay Point
- Aug 28, 2011
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Best AnswerApple should post the Windows (Vista and 7) drivers for Apple HW and peripherals;
they're available for Bootcamp on your Mac's install DVD(1).
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(1) assuming you still have the original install/restore DVD (they do get lost and/or become outdated)
(2) it would be very helpful if there was a universal Windows driver DVD (or disk image) that contained all of the up-to-date Windows drivers for all intel macs and all current Apple mice, magic trackpad, and keyboards- Answered by Chris S from San Jose
- Sep 28, 2011
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will it work with windows vista?
I use a dell with windows vista 32-bit. Will the magic trackpad be compatible for my OS?
- Asked by Sam O
- Aug 23, 2010
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Best AnswerNo. Mac OS X 10.6.4 (or higher when the time comes) is required. It will work with limited functionality in windows, providing that is on a Mac running Bootcamp.
- Answered by Al E from Palmetto
- Sep 9, 2010
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Can you connect the Magic Trackpad to an external power source? eg. USB.
I know the Magic Trackpad runs on two AA batteries, but is there a way to connect it to a different power source such as an adapter or a USB cable so as to not have to worry about the batteries running out/having to recharge and replace them?
- Asked by Thomas L from Burnaby
- Aug 11, 2010
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Best AnswerMobee has a solution called the Power Bar that's basically a rechargeable battery unit that screws into the trackpad that can be changed via USB
- Answered by Andrew T from El Segundo
- Mar 29, 2012
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Can you use the Magic trackpad as a substitute for a mouse or is it recommended to be used with a mouse?
- Asked by Thomas M from Clinton
- Jul 27, 2010
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Best AnswerUse it without a mouse. I like using my trackpad on my MBP better than a mouse. Now I can have the magic trackpad as an external pad for us with my home theater computer, etc.
- Answered by Brett B from Fort Walton Beach
- Jul 28, 2010
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is this Magic Trackpad only use for mac
- Asked by Hiroko H from Pyrmont
- Apr 1, 2011
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will the magic trackpad work as a writing tablet for illustrating (Adobe)?
- Asked by Jasmine R from Miami
- May 6, 2011
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Best AnswerYes! You need to buy a capacitive stylus and an app called Inklet.
- Answered by Dylan C from Kitchener
- Dec 20, 2011
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I have a usb mouse was going to get wireless mouse. Would the magic trackpad work better? Main programs i use Logic Pro8 and iPhoto
- Asked by Glenn W from Long Beach Township
- Jan 21, 2011
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Answeryes, I threw away my usb and wireless mouse for the trackpad. Strongly recommend. It allows you much greater mobility and is easier on the hands and wrist. Just takes a few strokes to become proficient. It allows you to run your desktop or laptop like an iPad.
- Answered by Steve P from Wheatland
- Mar 2, 2011
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Is the Magic Trackpad like the Bamboo Pen & Touch by Wacom?
- Asked by Tyler S
- Dec 18, 2010
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Best AnswerNo, you really miss a pen! A Pen is so much nicer to navigate, and because there is a combination of pen AND touch, the wacom is better.
- Answered by Niels W
- Jan 12, 2011
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What is the suite of default gestures? Can moving the mouse be done with 1 finger touch only, or is it configurable?
- Asked by Grandin D from Paris
- Jul 27, 2010
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