Macbook pro 2013 disable trackpad input completely I want to completely disable my trackpad, from startup if possible.

The trackpad on my 2013 macbook pro is not working properly anymore. Click/Tap does not register and neither alternate click. I believe the trackpad is in a "always clicking" state because hovering over elements that usually change their color is not triggered either. 

Connecting a mouse, even with “Ignore built-in trackpad when mouse or wireless trackpad is present” option enabled, is not working either, the mouse click does not register, only right click works. 

Only way I managed to make my mouse work properly was disabling some kexts ( I dont remember which ) and then restarting the computer with the mouse plugged in already. However, after removing the mouse and plugging it back again, it stopped working.

I don't have any possibility to go to a service due to the current situation, so I am looking for any temporary workaround that will allow me to use a mouse.
The track pad is a USB device so the only way to disconnect it is to physically disconnect it.  However, you may have to disconnect the entire top case rendering your keyboard disconnected as well.

If you're having issues with the track pad, your best option is to replace it.  Disabling it by deleting kexts only lasts until the subsequent update.  With Catalina, you'll need to disable security (SIP) to delete the kexts which is counterproductive. 


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