hristo227 wrote:
I switched from a Windows laptop to a MacBook Pro 15 M3 in July 2024. After updating to macOS 15.6.1, the trackpad became extremely sensitive, registering multiple clicks from even the slightest touch.
I have tried adjusting the trackpad settings, restarting, cleaning, updating to macOS 26, and following other online suggestions, but none of these resolved the issue.
There is no visible physical damage to the trackpad or laptop, and it has not been exposed to liquids or extreme conditions.
Apple Diagnostics does not report any problems. Interestingly, while the diagnostic test is running, the trackpad functions normally, but the issue returns immediately once the test is complete.
This problem is very frustrating, as the laptop cannot be used without an external mouse. Could you please advise on how to resolve this issue?
Thanks for posting in macOS 16 Tahoe...
The current stable release of Sequoia including bug fixes, security updates is macOS 15.7 - i would start there
Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support
Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support
if you are running Tahoe —
To trouble shoot further you can:
—A SafeBoot Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support will sort many anomalies
Does a quick disk repair before it fully boots up, and certain system caches get cleared and rebuilt, third party system modifications and system accelerations are disabled temporarily.
Login and test. Reboot as normal and test. Caches get rebuilt automatically.
This test will tell you if third party interference; most extensions etc are not loaded in safe boot mode.
—Test issue in another user (or guest user) account Change Users & Groups settings on Mac - Apple Support
This will tell you if it a universal issue or isolated to your user/admin account.
***wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries— connect the charging cable, this will make the wired keyboard successful Safe Boot your Mac.
unplug all non-essential peripherals when testing
Uninstall all third party apps that are Cleaners/Optimizers/VPN/Anti-Virus
all known to cause issues on the macOS
