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two fingers scrolling on a linux synaptics notebook touchpad with X.org 7.4 (xorg-server 1.5)

Last updated on Sat, 2009-05-02 20:21. Originally submitted by fabio on 2008-12-02 12:37.

X.org version 7.4 with xorg-server 1.5 introduces a new way of handling input devices (keyboards, mouses, touchpads, trackball, etc..).

Instead of using some configuration rules in xorg.conf like in Xorg 7.3 and previous versions, input devices are now automatically configured and enabled in Xorg once the system found them.

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linux how-to: two fingers scrolling on a regular synaptics notebook touchpad

Last updated on Tue, 2008-12-02 15:06. Originally submitted by fabio on 2008-03-27 23:20.

UPDATE: the following guide is useful if you are using Xorg 7.3 or previous versions. If you are using Xorg 7.4 there is a guide to configure two fingers scrolling on a regular synaptics touchpad if you are using Xorg 7.4 or superior.

One of the features I really love about Apple's notebooks is the two fingers scrolling enabled touchpad they have.

It's easier and faster to use than the regular side scrolling available on normal notebooks.

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