How to Use and Configure Windows 10’s Gestures on a Laptop Touchpad
Windows 8 had trackpad edge swipes that opened the charms bar and did other things desktop users didn’t care about. Microsoft overhauled these gestures in Windows 10, and they’re now useful even for desktop users. These gestures have been dubbed “Mac-like.” They are similar to trackpad gestures on a Macbecause they’re so useful you’ll actually want to use them for navigating the desktop. Does Your PC Support These Gestures? Technically, this requires a “Precision Touchpad.” You can check if your PC has a precision touchpad by opening the Settings app, selecting Devices, and selecting “Mouse & touchpad.” You’ll see the line “Your PC has a precision touchpad” under the “Touchpad” heading here if it does. Not all existing laptops that have been updated to Windows 10 will be able to use these gestures. More modern Windows 10 devices should be capable of doing so. You can’t just enable this feature by installing a new driver. Your PC’s manufacturer must have met...