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How to add another fingerprint to your iPhone
In This Article
It’s fair to say that Apple’s Touch ID system revolutionised smartphone security and mobile payments, introducing a powerful and intuitive biometric authentication system to smartphone users.
With the recent launch of theiPhone SE (2022), Apple is still releasing new fingerprint-driven iPhones.
So what if you want to add another fingerprint to your iPhone? You don’t always pick up or operate your iPhone with the same hand, after all.
Thankfully, it’s very easy to add another fingerprint to your iPhone. Here’s how.
What we used
The Short Version
Step1
Open Touch ID & Passcode in Settings
Open the Settings app, then tap Touch ID & Passcode.
Step2
Authenticate
Enter your passcode.
Step3
Tap Add a Fingerprint
Scan down to Fingerprints and tap Add a Fingerprint.
Step4
Touch Home button
Place your finger on the Home button repeatedly as directed until the fingerprint symbol is completely red.
Step5
Adjust Your Grip
Tap Continue when asked, then repeat step 4 with the edge of your finger. Tap Continue on the Complete screen.
Troubleshooting
You might be pressing too hard, at which point your iPhone will warn you. Alternatively, your finger or the Home button might be dirty or moist, so clean both off with a cloth.
Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode, tap on the Finger [Number] you wish to delete, then Delete Fingerprint.
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