Does anyone else find laptop computers very hard to use or type on?

[Tommy_Carcetti]

I have a Dell laptop but I've found that I barely use it other than to browse the net, because for me, I keep hitting keys that cause boxes to pop up or windows to close. I don't know if it's just laptops in general, my brand of laptop, or my operating system, but it's infuriating.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. My dear Tommy_Carcetti...

I have a laptop too; in fact, I'm using it now. It's a Lenovo, and it is a bit harder to use than my desktop.

The whole machine is 13" wide, and the keyboard is a bit less than that. The keyboard on my desktop is 17" wide and much easier to use...

I'm not sure just where your problem lies without seeing the layout. Still, I'm sorry.

I hope someone else has some good ideas for you!

:hug:

[Lindsey]

2. I had a laptop quite a while ago and found it difficult. I love my

PC w/mouse at home. However, I'm considering getting a laptop so I can do some writing in a cool coffee hang out by my place which gives me inspiration. I don't think I'd like a laptop to use at home.

[tabbycat31]

3. used to then got a blackberry

If I can type on a blackberry then i can type on a laptop easily.

[havocmom]

4. yep

[SoxFan]

5. Not on my laptop

I use a Compaq/HP and don't have any real problems. I tried using my friends netbook, though, and that was awful. Too cramped for someone with chubby fingers.

Oddly, my wife hated it because she has long, slender fingers.

[Crystal Clarity]

6. Not 'very' hard, but yes;

annoying. And I seem to be having the same issues as you. But I'm optimistically assuming it's due (in my case) to the novelty of using a laptop. I bought this one (a Dell also) about a month ago. Hopefully it's just a matter of getting used to it.

[Arugula Latte]

7. I can't STAND touchpads

I need a mouse.

I prefer standard keyboards, too.

[Ikonoklast]

8. Nmot atg al, whjy d yo as k?

[snagglepuss]

15. LOL nt

[woo me with science]

9. Who has a laptop that's comfortable to use, and what type is it? nt

[Captain Hilts]

10. No. I love my IBM/Lenovo with the little red button in the middle, so I don't have to take my

hands off the keys as with a mouse.

[HipChick]

11. That's why they have ports that you can attach a full size keyboard or external mouse to...

[Symarip]

12. Which Dell model?

I have the Studio XPS and I love it more than most people in my family.

[Blue Diadem]

13. Not just your brand. They are more difficult IMO.

I'll take my desktop any day over the laptops. My husband just inherited my daughter's old acer laptop. I've used that as well as my granddaughter's toshiba and my daughter's new Dell. Each has its own sensitivity. I end up using an additional mouse whenever I borrow them.

[Mutley]

14. I have an Acer, and I don't have problems with the keyboard.

I really hate touch pads, though, and had to get a wireless mouse.

[texanwitch]

16. Get a wi-fi keyboard and mouse.

I am using both right now.

I have a full size keyboard on my Acer but it is hard to type on.

[Iggo]

17. I had to get a mouse.

That tap pad thingy just doesn't do it for me.

[Robeson]

18. I love my desktop.