Tips & Tricks
Intermediate
1 min read 5 stepsJanuary 19, 2026Verified January 2026Mac: Trackpad Tips for Laptops
Unlock the full power of your MacBook trackpad with these gestures.
1
Two-finger scroll
~15sSwipe up or down with two fingers to scroll. Works in any app.
2
Pinch to zoom
~15sPinch two fingers apart to zoom in on photos, maps, and web pages.
3
Three-finger swipe
~15sSwipe left or right with three fingers to switch between desktop Spaces.
4
Force Click to preview
~15sPress firmly (Force Click) on a link to preview it, or on a word to look it up in the dictionary.
5
Three-finger drag
~15sEnable in AccessibilityPointer ControlTrackpad Options. Drag windows with three fingers without clicking.
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