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Fingerprint scan failure on iPad with faint fingerprints

My fingerprint scan never works on my iPad. I have faint fingerprints. I have tried various fingers in various positions, trying the same finger several times, but nothing seems to be able to be replicated the next time I use the iPad.. Is there anything I can do?




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iPad, iPadOS 17

Posted on Nov 20, 2024 6:52 AM

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Nov 20, 2024 7:27 AM in response to Howiescarfarm

Start here >>>


Some users just have difficulty using TouchID. The causes for of TouchID being unreliable for some users - and not others - are many. Whilst not an exhaustive list, possibilities include:


  • Very high humidity (“sweaty” fingers)
  • Very low humidity (excessively dry skin)
  • Poor fingerprint ridge-detail (excessive hand washing - or exposure to abrasive material, damaging fingerprint detail)
  • Physical injury (cuts or splits to the fingertip)


If you have naturally dry skin, try using a “light” (non greasy) and easily absorbed skin moisturiser.

Fingerprint scan failure on iPad with faint fingerprints

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