Laptop screen ghost touches

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The touchscreen registers touches that you aren't making.

Symptoms
  • Random clicks
  • Circles on screen
  • Apps opening alone
Possible Causes
  • Dirty screen
  • Static interference
  • Damaged digitizer

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Clean the Screen

Use a microfiber cloth to remove smudges and debris.

2

Disable Touchscreen

In Device Manager, disable "HID-compliant touch screen" as a temporary fix.

3

Calibrate Touch

Use the "Calibrate the screen for pen or touch" tool in Windows.

When to See a Technician

Ghost touches are often caused by a hairline crack in the glass that is invisible to the naked eye.

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