How to right-click on Chromebook |Digital Trends Spanish

2022-07-02 15:34:16 By : Mr. Nick Yang

Did you recently buy a Chromebook?If you're used to working on a Windows or macOS computer, you may have noticed a few changes, and the Chromebook right-click is one of them.Actually, this functionality (the one on the right button) still exists, and in this guide we will explain how to use it.This is pretty easy if you've used an Apple or Windows touchpad in the past.Instead of tapping with one finger, tap the keyboard with two fingers while hovering over the object you want to right-click.The touchpad will interpret your two fingers as a right click and display the dropdown menu, or whatever else your right click is supposed to reveal.The key here is timing and position because the fingers need to touch down and come back up at the same time, or things can get a bit messy.If you've never tried right-clicking this way before, it may take a bit of practice to get down (always make sure your trackpad is clean and dry, it makes a big difference).If you really don't like touching the trackpad or you're still in the learning stage and need a more reliable way to right-click while mastering the keyboard, try the keyboard method.Press down and hold the Alt key, and then touch the keyboard with one finger;this acts like a two-finger tap to right-click, but can be more precise and easier if you only have one finger free.This method can work well if you're already busy typing and your fingers are there, so to speak, or if you're on the go and the awkward position makes it easier to hold down Alt and tap, rather than trying to tap with two fingers. .This is a bit more complicated.To move objects with the touchpad on your Chromebook, you need to combine left and right clicks.First, touch the pad while hovering over the object, but keep your finger lightly pressed on the touch pad.Then, with your second finger, tap down and move it across the panel to move the object.Here, your first finger is enabling the move, and your second finger is actually moving the object.The key is to keep one finger relatively still while moving the other, which becomes intuitive over time.As with our first method, this may take a bit of practice, especially if you're still getting used to the sensitivity of the touchpad.The best Chromebooks have softer touchpads that make it easier, but it can feel a bit off-putting on cheaper models.Chromebooks let you change touchpad settings or close everything if it bothers you.First, go to the Settings screen, which you can usually find in the same place as network connections and battery life.The actual icons may vary a bit depending on the brand that made the Chromebook, but it's usually a gear or wrench.Once there, pause for a moment and look at the slider that allows you to change the speed of the touchpad.If you find the touchpad too sensitive, try slowing it down and experimenting a bit;this will also help make clicking a bit easier.When you're done, look for a button that says Touchpad Settings and select it.Here you will see several options to change clicks and scrolling.You can completely disable tap-to-click, which people often do if their hands keep touching the trackpad while typing.If you are bothered by the touchpad in general, turn it off for a while, this can also make using the mouse easier.Enhance your lifestyle Product review, technology news, tools to navigate the digital world.