How to fix a touchpad cursor moving on its own

Here's a guide to troubleshoot and fix the issue:

1. Update or Reinstall Touchpad Drivers
   • Press Win + X → Select Device Manager.
   • Expand Mice and other pointing devices.
   • Right-click your touchpad (e.g., Synaptics, ELAN, Precision) → Update driver.
   • Choose Search automatically for updated drivers.
   If that doesn't help:
   • Right-click the device → Uninstall device → Restart PC. Windows will reinstall it.
2. Check Touchpad Settings
   Settings > Devices > Touchpad
   • Adjust sensitivity
   • Disable gestures temporarily
   • Make sure the touchpad isn’t set to ultra-sensitive
3. Boot Into Safe Mode
   • If it behaves normally in Safe Mode, it's likely a software conflict.
   • Then check for background apps, malware, or custom drivers causing issues.
4. Clean the Touchpad or Mice
   • Clean the touchpad surface
   • Clean mice bottom and check mice sensor
   • Clean the mouse pad or table surface
   • Try different mouse and try other the USB plug
   • Charge or change battery if using wireless mouse
5. Hardware Issues
   • If none of the above work:
   • The touchpad may be damaged or worn out.
   • In this case, consider replacing the touchpad or using an external mouse.