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    Do you use a mouse or the touchpad?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Bowlerguy92, Feb 10, 2008.

  1. Bowlerguy92

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    I generally use a wireless mouse with my laptop when at my desk but when on the sofa or whatever I find it very easy to use the touchpad. Which do you use generally?
     
    Bowlerguy92, Feb 10, 2008
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    I leave my laptop on my desk and use an external mouse. Touchpad gives me cramps after a while.

    When I'm on the go I use the touchpad cause an external mouse takes up more space and is an extra item to carry. It even drains my battery faster.
     
    The_Punisher, Feb 10, 2008
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    same
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    For general Windows use, I prefer TrackPoint to both mouse and touchpad. Of course, mouse is still best for gaming and photoshop. Can't stand touchpad.
     
    nyu3, Feb 10, 2008
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  5. Cin'

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    Hi! I have only been using the "touchpad" to "force" myself to learn to use the "touchpad" easily (and to be able to maneuver around, etc) ~ mainly because the 1530 is my first lappy ever.

    Once, I feel really comfortable w/my nimble fingers, I am going to purchase a Wireless Mouse. :) LOL
     
    Cin', Feb 10, 2008
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    touchPad. 100% even in games with my friends...(my friends computer lags so much its really easy to keep up with his mouse.
     
    yuio, Feb 10, 2008
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    I never use my touch pad.. Unless I'm on the couch, which is rare.

    Generally I'm always at the desk with my razer 3G mouse. lol
     
    B2TheEYo, Feb 10, 2008
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  8. scythie

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    External mouse [and keyboard] when plugged in, which is most of the time. Both are wireless.

    The touchpad isn't bad but you can't use it for gaming at all. It takes longer for me before getting tired when using a mouse than when using the touchpad.
     
    scythie, Feb 10, 2008
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    logitech wired usb mouse 99% of the time
     
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    Wired mouse and keyboard 90% of the time, unless I am not at my desk...
     
    Johnny T, Feb 10, 2008
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  11. Bowlerguy92

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    I have an old PS/2 mouse that I LOVE but there isn't a PS/2 port on the M1530.........I miss it.
     
    Bowlerguy92, Feb 10, 2008
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    Touchpad. Microsoft bt 5000 mouse has problems with my m1330.
     
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  13. Assassin

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    I do exactly the same. Bought a new mouse today, logitec nano £49 :) very pleased with it.
     
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    I use my VX nano when at a desk; most of the time, and the touchpad anywhere else.
     
    Leo7, Feb 10, 2008
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    At my desk: mouse
    elsewhere: touchpad

    To OP, there is an "Accessories" forum for questions like this.
     
    crash, Feb 10, 2008
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