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Issue with trackpad functionality on a Toshiba laptop following Ubuntu 20.04 installation

Issue with trackpad functionality on a Toshiba laptop following Ubuntu 20.04 installation

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Anden2202
Member
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02-26-2020, 05:14 PM
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It's been a while since I moved to Ubuntu 20.04 on my Toshiba L850 laptop. The trackpad has been non-functional ever since. I’m sure it’s not a hardware issue because it works on Windows (installed by default). Using a USB mouse resolves the problem, which is why I’ve been relying on it. I’m still frustrated about having to carry an external mouse. It might be a driver problem, but I’m not sure. There are drivers for this trackpad in Windows, but they don’t apply to Ubuntu. I’ve been trying to fix it myself without much success. Would appreciate any help from others.
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Anden2202
02-26-2020, 05:14 PM #1

It's been a while since I moved to Ubuntu 20.04 on my Toshiba L850 laptop. The trackpad has been non-functional ever since. I’m sure it’s not a hardware issue because it works on Windows (installed by default). Using a USB mouse resolves the problem, which is why I’ve been relying on it. I’m still frustrated about having to carry an external mouse. It might be a driver problem, but I’m not sure. There are drivers for this trackpad in Windows, but they don’t apply to Ubuntu. I’ve been trying to fix it myself without much success. Would appreciate any help from others.

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Zaydoun
Junior Member
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02-27-2020, 12:50 PM
#2
Execute the command to install xf86-input-synaptics via terminal.
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Zaydoun
02-27-2020, 12:50 PM #2

Execute the command to install xf86-input-synaptics via terminal.

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sushi_ness
Junior Member
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02-27-2020, 01:40 PM
#3
It doesn't find the requested item.
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sushi_ness
02-27-2020, 01:40 PM #3

It doesn't find the requested item.

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galaxxykid
Junior Member
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02-28-2020, 06:25 AM
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It's referred to as xserver-xorg-input-synaptics in Debian-based systems. Install it using sudo apt install xserver-xorg-input-synaptics.
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galaxxykid
02-28-2020, 06:25 AM #4

It's referred to as xserver-xorg-input-synaptics in Debian-based systems. Install it using sudo apt install xserver-xorg-input-synaptics.

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XGamerzoneX
Junior Member
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03-05-2020, 05:02 AM
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It's already set up, but the trackpad isn't functioning. Still, thank you.
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XGamerzoneX
03-05-2020, 05:02 AM #5

It's already set up, but the trackpad isn't functioning. Still, thank you.

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RaiZer_
Member
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03-05-2020, 06:28 AM
#6
Check if the settings for Mouse and Trackpad are enabled. If not, refer to the provided link for guidance.
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RaiZer_
03-05-2020, 06:28 AM #6

Check if the settings for Mouse and Trackpad are enabled. If not, refer to the provided link for guidance.

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Madcow11200
Junior Member
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03-06-2020, 04:24 AM
#7
The new PopOS is installed and functioning perfectly.
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Madcow11200
03-06-2020, 04:24 AM #7

The new PopOS is installed and functioning perfectly.