Manufacturers often customize the Synaptics firmware to support specific gestures (like three-finger swipes) or to fit the exact physical dimensions and sensitivity of that laptop's palm rest. Using the "exclusive" version ensures you don't get "phantom clicks" or a jumpy cursor.

Many laptops feature a physical hotkey or a double-tap zone on the trackpad itself that disables the device.

Locate your current touchpad entry, right-click it, and select .