You can write on the trackpad of a MacBook Air using a feature called Trackpad Handwriting. This feature allows you to use your trackpad as a writing surface and input your text by writing with your finger or a stylus.
To enable Trackpad Handwriting, you need to add a Handwriting input source to your Mac. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Open “System Preferences” from the Apple menu () in the top-left corner of your screen.
2. Click on “Keyboard” and then select the “Input Sources” tab.
3. Click on the “+” button at the bottom left to add a new input source.
4. In the list of input sources, locate and select “Handwriting” and click on the “Add” button.
Once you’ve added the Handwriting input source, you can easily access it from the menu bar. Here’s how you can open the Trackpad Handwriting window:
1. Click on the Input menu in the menu bar, which is typically located at the top-right corner of the screen.
2. From the dropdown menu, select “Handwriting.”
After selecting Handwriting, a small window will appear on your screen, displaying a blank area where you can write with your finger or stylus. You can use your finger to write directly on the trackpad, or if you prefer more precision, you can use a compatible stylus.
If you have a MacBook Air with a Touch Bar, you can customize it to include a Handwriting button. This will allow you to quickly open the Trackpad Handwriting window without going through the menu bar. To customize the Touch Bar:
1. Open “System Preferences” from the Apple menu ().
2. Click on “Keyboard” and then select the “Keyboard” tab.
3. Click on the “Customize Control Strip” button.
4. Drag the “Handwriting” button from the list of available buttons onto the Touch Bar.
Once you’ve added the Handwriting button to the Touch Bar, you can simply tap on it to open the Trackpad Handwriting window.
Using Trackpad Handwriting, you can write in any text field or application that supports text input. This feature can be particularly useful for taking notes, writing emails, or making annotations on documents. However, it’s worth noting that the accuracy of Trackpad Handwriting may vary depending on your handwriting style and the quality of your trackpad.
Yes, you can write on the trackpad of a MacBook Air using the Trackpad Handwriting feature. By adding the Handwriting input source and accessing it from the menu bar or Touch Bar, you can easily use your trackpad as a writing surface.