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    Is there a way to roughen up a smooth touchpad? (CF-53)

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by r0tati0n, Jun 18, 2018.

  1. r0tati0n

    r0tati0n Notebook Enthusiast

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    I bought my CF-53 in used condition. The touchpad is glossy smooth on one side, still standard rough on the other side.

    Do you know how to roughen it up again so the finger slips better?
     
    r0tati0n, Jun 18, 2018
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  2. Shawn

    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    I have painted them before
     
    Shawn, Jun 18, 2018
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    r0tati0n Notebook Enthusiast

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    What kind of paint are you using?
     
    r0tati0n, Jun 19, 2018
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    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    Aerosol. Semi gloss black works well.
    Or even black ultra fine texture.
    Grab something designed for plastic if you can. Lightly scuff with scotchpad first.
     
    Shawn, Jun 19, 2018
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  5. safn1949

    safn1949 I'm sure I'm on the wrong planet

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    Another way is to buy the replacement touchpad sticker for a lenovo
     
    safn1949, Jun 22, 2018
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    ChrisInVT Notebook Enthusiast

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    Matte black vinyl. You can get scrap from your local vinyl shop for free.
     
    ChrisInVT, Jun 29, 2018
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