Trackpad unresponsive in the login window

How can I navigate through the el capitan login screen using the keyboard as the track pad click is not responding. I can browse beteende users with the arrow and enter but cannot return to restart, stop etc.

Hi nigeln,

Thanks for checking out the Apple Support communities for help with your MacBook Pro. I understand that you are wanting to be able to navigate in the login window of your MacBook Pro for your trackpad doesn't work. There are some keyboard shortcuts that can be useful even if the trackpad is not responding to you. I've highlighted some of these shortcuts below.

Control - command - power Force your Mac button to restart.

Control - Option - command - (button / stop or eject media) exit all applications, then shut down your Mac. If any open documents have unsaved changes, you will be asked if you want to save.

Start button / Stop button for 5 seconds to force your Mac to turn off.

Shift-command-Q log out of your OS X user account. You will be asked to confirm.

You can see a complete list of shortcuts here: Mac - Apple Support keyboard shortcuts

If you encounter any problems with your trackpad, I suggest you also try resetting the SMC on your MacBook, if you have not already. This will not erase any personal data but can help in situations like this. You can find the steps to reset your SMC here: reset the management system (SCM) controller on your Mac - Apple Support

See you soon!

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