My trackpad is not working correctly. Cursor not moving as desired. Not related to water

Trackpad not working. Not related to moisture etc. Moves independently and switches between screens without prompt.

Hello Rosanne,
It certainly can be inconvenient and frustrating when your trackpad is acting erratically.  I recommend reviewing the following article for an issue like this:
Portables and Magic Trackpad: Jumpy or erratic trackpad operation
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1449
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

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