Tap arena
Fifteen large targets
Tap to start. Hit 15 large targets using the trackpad.
Trackpad Tap Accuracy Test
This trackpad tap accuracy test uses fifteen large targets. Tap to start. Targets are larger than in the mouse aim test because trackpad control is coarser. Run it once with tap-to-click on and once with physical clicks to feel the difference.
Precision
- Hits
- 0
- Misses
- 0
- Accuracy
- --
- Avg deviation
- --
- Avg time
- --
- Progress
- 0 / 15
Compare tap and click
1. Run with tap-to-click on
Light taps, no physical press.
2. Run with physical clicks
Press the pad down for each target.
3. Compare deviation and time
Many people are faster with taps but more accurate with clicks.
Built for trackpads
Larger targets
32 px radius suits finger control.
Fifteen targets
Enough for a stable number without fatigue.
Same metrics as the mouse test
Compare directly with the precision aim test.
Works with any pointer
Also useful for pen tablets and touch screens.
Trackpad precision terms
- Tap-to-click
- Registering a click from a light tap rather than a physical press.
- Deviation
- Distance in pixels from the target centre.
- Pointer speed
- The trackpad sensitivity slider; higher means more travel per finger movement.
- Palm rejection
- Driver logic that ignores large contact areas; it can swallow intentional taps.
Trackpad accuracy questions
What accuracy is good on a trackpad?
90 percent with deviation under 10 px is good for a laptop pad.
Taps are missing. Why?
Palm rejection or tap timing. Try firmer, faster taps or use physical clicks.
Can I use this with a mouse?
Yes, but use the precision aim test for a fair mouse score.
Improve trackpad precision
Overshooting targets
Lower the pointer speed slider one step.
Taps register late
Disable tap delay in the touchpad settings.
Random misses
Clean the pad; moisture causes phantom contacts.