TouchPad

TouchPad

Mobile Keyboard and Trackpad

150 ratings
51 reviews

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Released
August 12, 2009
Updated
November 1, 2018
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About

Turn your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your computer. Control media playback and navigate your desktop from a distance, perfect for home entertainment setups. Supports multi-touch gestures and special media keys.

✓Remote keyboard and trackpad
✓Home entertainment control
✓Multi-touch gestures
✓Media keys
✓Dark Mode
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What users say about TouchPad

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What's New in TouchPad

6.3.2

November 1, 2018

Adds support for iOS 12.1 and upcoming iPad hardware.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$1.99

Additional Themes

Additional themes

User reviews

Limitations with Streaming

This does not work with any streaming service. This uses VNC, which is usually used for screen sharing. Your computer will think that you are sharing video, and the copyright protection will be triggered, causing a blank screen.
If you aren’t using it for that, you will probably love it because it works great otherwise.
I bought it specifically for my media center (computer with streaming service) so I am disappointed.
I wish the developer would point this out so I didn’t waste my money.
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Doesn’t work and they don’t provide support anymore

Doesn’t work with 2019 MacBook Pro. Development stopped over a year ago and they don’t reply to support tickets.

Response from developer

Hi! We reply to every support request we receive. Perhaps your request was sent to the wrong address? Please contact us at support@edovia.com and we'll be able to assist you. Have a great day!

Use it everyday with home theater Mac Mini

I can’t believe I bought this app in 2009. Great for controlling a home theater computer. Had a problem a couple years ago (forgetting the password if it couldn’t connect on the first try), let the developer know, and it was fixed immediately in the next update.

My only request would be a super-extra dark grey-on-black mode that is nearly invisible in a dark room / theater. The red and black theme is super cool but still a little distracting to leave on all the time during movies.

Thanks for a great app!
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No gestures

Even after you are turning off my gesture settings on my iPad and Mac, I cannot get the gestures to work on my Mac.

Apple Pencil support is a joke. Tap tap tap... for a single click action.

Nice app

A little confusing for me to get installed right, but works well.

Response from developer

Hi! Like you mentioned to us this morning in our support system, it seems like you were able to find the cause (Yay!!) of the problem on the Mac side so would you mind updating your review? Many thanks!

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

35 issues

Blank screen due to copyright protection with streaming services

Bug

Doesn't work with 2019 MacBook Pro

Bug

No gestures work

Bug

Apple Pencil support is a joke

Bug

Themes removed/not working properly

Bug

Full screen trackpad functionality lost

Bug

Keyboard minimizes poorly

Bug

Keyboard support went away

Bug

Bluetooth keyboard through Mac not supported

Bug

Keyboard button hard to hit on iPhone

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Mouse updating is slow

Bug

Media player buttons simulate space bar

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Cannot customize gestures

Bug

Lag after 5 minutes

Bug

Connection issues with Lion

Bug

App crashes often when switching apps

Bug

VNC re-connection flaky

Bug

New version screwed everything up

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Connection procedure changed and not working

Bug

Documentation is spotty

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Remote Management access issues

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Mediocre at best

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Keystroke simulator not very good

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Mouse updating is stupidly slow

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Play/Pause button simulates space bar

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Cannot set custom keystrokes for gestures

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Doesn't support Bonjour .local hostnames

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Doesn't support SSL connections

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No way to add custom presets

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Doesn't fully support Lion gestures

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Bad lag after 5 minutes

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App broke after upgrade

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Lost functionality with update

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Themes not working properly

Bug

Drag gesture requires double tap too fast

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Requested Features

32 requests

Point out streaming service limitations

Feature

Super-extra dark grey-on-black mode

Feature

Buttons for Mute, Sleep

Feature

Support for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus screen resolutions

Feature

Dismiss "Authenticating" popup faster

Feature

Maintain persistent connection using background service

Feature

Return theme options

Feature

Bring back Bluetooth keyboard-through-controlled Mac support

Feature

Download custom keymaps or skins

Feature

Full screen trackpad functionality back

Feature

Keyboard minimize to special keys

Feature

Move keyboard button to bottom bar

Feature

Streamline UI to a single bottom bar

Feature

Bigger target for keyboard button on iPhone

Feature

Rotation lock

Feature

Call up keyboard automatically when tapping a text entry field

Feature

Enter key instead of select all button

Feature

Volume controls

Feature

Ability to launch Plex from remote

Feature

Reverse lighting mode on trackpad

Feature

Speed up two finger scrolling

Feature

Finger pinch gesture to zoom screen

Feature

Add XBMC preset

Feature

Edit existing presets

Feature

Add custom presets

Feature

Support SSL connections

Feature

Support Bonjour .local hostnames

Feature

Support connections with password

Feature

Predictive text or spell check

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Automate keyboard when clicking on text box

Feature

Fix drag gesture double tap speed

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Add Enter key to misc keys section

Feature

FAQ

What does the TouchPad app do?

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your computer. It allows you to operate your computer from across the room, making it ideal for home entertainment systems or presentations.

What are the key features of TouchPad?

Key features include a full keyboard and trackpad experience, support for multi-touch gestures, navigation, and special media keys. It also offers a Dark Mode for low-light conditions and compatibility with major media software like VLC, Plex, Spotify, and iTunes.

Is TouchPad free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

What devices and operating systems are compatible with TouchPad?

The app requires a WiFi connection and supports OS X 10.4+, Windows XP+, all major Linux distributions, and Raspberry Pi setups. You will need to ensure your computer has the appropriate server software (like VNC for Windows) or remote desktop enabled.

Can I see my computer's screen on my iPhone or iPad with this app?

No, this app functions as a remote input device. You will not see your computer's screen displayed on your iPhone or iPad; it acts as a wireless keyboard, mouse, and trackpad.