Phone "Fingerprint" Sensor is Too Slow

4.5

It takes several seconds or multiple tries for the fingerprint sensor to recognize your finger.

Symptoms
  • Delayed unlock
  • Multiple attempts
  • Failed recognition
Possible Causes
  • Dry skin
  • Dirty sensor
  • Thick screen protector

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Re-register Fingerprints

Delete your old prints and register them again, pressing firmly.

2

Register the Same Finger Twice

Adds more data points for the same finger, increasing speed and accuracy.

3

Moisturize Your Hands

Extremely dry skin doesn't have clear ridges for the sensor to read.

When to See a Technician

Optical sensors (under-screen) are slower than physical ones; keeping the screen clean is vital for speed.

Rate this Fix

0 / 5(0 ratings)

Comments (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to share!

Related Problems