Many Mac users love the Apple Magic Trackpad as it gives them a much larger surface to use than a mouse or standard trackpad, which responds to gestures and dynamic pressure. Gestures include the single-finger click, the two-finger click that mimics a standard right-click on a mouse button, and using two fingers to scroll through text. Other gestures can be used for navigation and switching between virtual desktops.
If you think those gestures would be useful to use on your Windows PC, you’re not alone. But just connecting the Trackpad doesn’t provide this functionality. Read on to learn what you can do with an Apple Magic Trackpad on Windows computers, and how to get it working.
Why Use an Apple Magic Trackpad With Windows?
The Apple Magic Trackpad is only available directly from Apple, Apple retailers, or second-hand.
You might want to use the Apple Magic Trackpad for Windows because it helps you use gestures to:
Quickly swap between applications or virtual desktops.
Scroll and zoom on web pages or e-books with ease using supported gestures and controls.
Use primary and secondary clicks without moving your hand.
Windows users also love the fact that the battery lasts for about a month, and the device itself is tough and reliable.
How to Make Apple Magic Trackpad for Windows Gesture Compatible
Step 1. You need to find a third-party driver that adds gesture support to Windows. One service recommended by some Windows users is Magic Utilities. To download the relevant drivers, start by heading to https://magicutilities.net/.
Step 2. Click on the Magic Trackpad tab, which will immediately show you the gestures this utility supports.
Step 3. Click the Download button at the top of the screen.
Step 4. Click on the Magic Utilities Setup link to start your download. Note: This is a free 28-day trial period, after which you will need to purchase a license to keep using the supported features. Other third-party options may be available.
If you decide to purchase the utility, you can click the “Buy” button on the website to view prices, which are based on your local region and currency. Magic Utilities offers one- and two-year licenses, with discounts available for longer licenses and multiple devices. You make the purchase in the utility itself, after you’ve downloaded the free trial version.
Step 5. Once you’ve downloaded the free trial, you’ll be prompted to work through a setup wizard.
Follow the on-screen prompts to accept the license agreement and choose which utilities you want. Make sure the Magic Trackpad Utilities box is ticked.
Step 6. Once the installation is complete, run the utility, and you’ll see an interface where you can adjust the gestures supported for your trackpad. To get started from here, simply click on “Connect your Magic Trackpad as USB or Bluetooth device,” and once connected, the gestures you’ve chosen in the interface will work.
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