Touchpad Driver Update & Download Guide
Fix issues and improve performance with the latest touchpad drivers for your PC.
What is a Touchpad Driver?
A touchpad driver is essential software that allows your operating system to communicate with your touchpad hardware.
Without a proper touchpad driver, your touchpad device will not function correctly or at all.
Why update your touchpad driver
Updating your touchpad driver ensures compatibility with the latest OS updates and improves stability.
Newer touchpad drivers often include bug fixes and performance enhancements.
Common touchpad driver problems & symptoms
- Touchpad Driver completely missing from your device manager.
- Random crashes or disconnects related to touchpad devices.
- Poor performance or errors when using touchpad hardware.
- Code 43 or Code 10 errors in your device manager for touchpad.
- Inability to use advanced features of your touchpad device.
How to download & install touchpad drivers on your PC & 11
Method 1: your system update tool. Go to Settings > your system update tool > Optional updates and install any pending touchpad driver updates.
Method 2: Manufacturer's Website. Visit the official support page for your hardware, download the latest touchpad driver, and install it.
Method 3: your device manager. Right-click the Start button, select your device manager, find your touchpad device, and select 'Update driver'.
How to fix touchpad driver issues
1. Restart your PC to see if your operating system automatically fixes the touchpad driver.
2. Use the built-in diagnostics tool to detect touchpad hardware issues.
3. Rollback the touchpad driver if issues started after a recent update.
4. Reinstall the touchpad driver completely via your device manager.
Supported manufacturers & devices
- your OS vendor
- Intel
- AMD
- Realtek
- Generic Manufacturers
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fix a missing touchpad driver?
If your touchpad driver is missing, use your system update tool or download the official driver from your manufacturer's website to reinstall it.
Where can I download the touchpad driver?
The safest place to download the touchpad driver is from the official support website of your computer or hardware manufacturer.
Why is my touchpad driver not working?
It might stop working due to a recent an OS update, file corruption, or hardware failure. Reinstalling the touchpad driver usually helps.
How do I update the touchpad driver on your PC?
Open your device manager, right-click your touchpad device, and choose 'Update driver'. Alternatively, use your system update tool.
What is the best touchpad driver?
The best touchpad driver is the official one provided by your hardware manufacturer, specifically designed for your exact device model.
Is it safe to use third-party touchpad driver updaters?
We recommend against using third-party driver updaters as they can install bloatware or incorrect touchpad drivers. Always stick to official sources.
Do I need to uninstall the old touchpad driver before installing a new one?
In most cases the installer handles this. For stubborn issues, uninstall the device in your device manager with "Delete the driver software" ticked before reinstalling.
How often should I update my touchpad driver?
Check for updates roughly once a quarter, or whenever you experience issues. There's no benefit to updating a working touchpad driver more often than that.