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doddy939 · #11 (**permalink**) 03-28-2009

I also have a laptop with Vista installed. My problem is with the cursor. It all over the place. When I type a word or a few word, then look up and I may not have typed anything because my cursor has moved to some unknown place. Has anyone experienced this. HELP

anisemama · #12 (**permalink**) 03-28-2009

Originally Posted by doddy939

I have a laptop which came with Vista, my problem is that every time I try to type after a couple of letters the cursor has moved and I end up spending more time trying to locate the cursor then I do typing, which slows me down and is getting frustrating. Any suggestions or has anyone ever had that problem.

That's not a Vista issue, that's a problem with the scroll pad. The problem is that when you're typing, the edges of your palms will hit the scroll pad, and if you hit it hard enough, it will act just like a mouse click, which means putting your cursor just about anywhere.

I always buy a mouse, and plug that into my laptop, and disable the scroll pad. If that's not an option, you can try to change the sensitivity of the scroll pad under the options.

doddy939 · #13 (**permalink**) 03-28-2009

Thanks again, Anisemama, I will try the instructions you gave regarding Vista and my laptop. You have been of great help.

ShanteM · #14 (**permalink**) 03-29-2009

I wish they had that website available when I purchased my laptop in 2007. Now I think most software is compatible with Vista. Once in awhile I still encounter a problem, but I think that maybe my anti virus software.

Virtual Office Management · #15 (**permalink**) 03-29-2009

midknight. I had problems with quickbooks 2008 version. The problems are all gone with the 2009 version. It is now compatable with Visa.

Originally Posted by midknight

I too just bought a new laptop with Vista. It is different to get used to. I am also having some problems with some of my software including Quickbooks. I need to upgrade. Thanks for the link!

Kayla · #16 (**permalink**) 10-20-2009

Sounds like you need to turn off the touch mouse, sometimes the palm of your hand will move the cursor. I had that problem all the time until I realized you can turn it off.

Bernice · #17 (**permalink**) 10-20-2009

I have a touch screen pointer which I sometimes hit when typing, (makes my cursor jump around) fortunately I can turn this off and then I prefer to use the cordless mouse. This could be what is happening to you. If not perhaps I've saved a few grey hairs on someone's head.

Cheers!!