Manual installation is generally only needed if you encounter a specific problem like unexpected mouse clicks or touchpad malfunctions. Otherwise, sticking with the drivers provided by Windows Update or your manufacturer's support tool is the recommended practice.
If you have recently checked your Windows Device Manager and found an entry labeled (or similar variations like "Alps Electric HID 10013"), you are likely using a laptop manufactured by brands such as Dell, HP, or Sony. Alps Electric is a major Japanese manufacturer of electronic components, best known for producing touchpads, trackpoints, and pointing sticks for portable computers. alps electric hidclass 10013 updated
An automated Windows Update might install a generic driver that enables basic pointing functions but disables gesture controls (like two-finger scrolling). Manual installation is generally only needed if you