Wireless trackpad

Hello,
My wireless trackpad looses its connection with my iMac every now and then. I have to switch it off for a few moments then switch it back
on again and it works OK.
What causes this and can it be rectified?
Seasons greetings to you all.
Roger24

The battery may be low. Other wireless devices may interfere with the signal as well.

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