[header] How to change trackpad settings on macbook pro [title] Find the system preferences. [step] Starting from your main desktop screen there are two ways to find the system preferences where the mouse and touchpad settings will be located : [title] Bring your cursor to the bottom screen and find the system preferences application. [step] The icon looks like a box with three gears inside it. 
Open that to find all your system preferences. [substeps] Alternatively, you can use the spotlight feature.