Latitude 7x30 Rugged Extreme Tablet Touchscreen Does Not Function Properly

Summary: Learn about the Latitude 7x30 Rugged Extreme tablet touch screen not functioning or working properly.

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Symptoms

Latitude 7x30 Rugged Extreme Tablet supports multiple touch modes by eGalaxDr.Touch application. When you try to use the touch screen and it does not function, check if the correct mode is selected.

Each mode is tuned to have the best touch performance in specific conditions.

For example, Finger /Passive Stylus mode is the best mode when using your finger or a stylus. 

To change or select the correct Touch Mode:

  1. Use the search function and type touch, find the eGalaxDr.Touch the application and select the touch mode sheet to change the touch mode

    Search

  2. The default mode is Finger/Passive Stylus mode; finger touch and passive stylus pen should work fine in this mode. 

    Finger&Passive pen mode

  3. Glove mode is for wearing gloves. Finger touch or passive pen might not work properly in this mode. 

    Glove Mode

  4. Water mode is to set the touch screen in a moist environment or in an environment that might have water drops on the touch screen. Finger touch or passive pen might not work properly in this mode. 

    Water Mode

Affected Platforms:

  • Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet
  • Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme Tablet

Cause

The incorrect TouchMode has been selected. When the incorrect mode is selected, the touch screen might not work properly.


Resolution

Ensure that the Correct Touch Mode is selected.

Updating to the latest touch screen firmware version 1.0.0.1 or later on the computer resolves the issue. To update the firmware, reference How to Download and Install Dell Drivers.


Affected Products

Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme Tablet, Latitude 7230 Rugged Extreme Tablet
Article Properties
Article Number: 000216091
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 16 Apr 2025
Version:  4
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