How to Set Up Fingerprint on Xiaomi Mi A1

Xiaomi Mi A1

The developers of Xiaomi Mi A1 managed to create an advanced user protection system. However, many smartphone owners continue to turn to the help of less effective security tools like using a pattern key, unaware of how to set up a fingerprint on Xiaomi Mi A1. The operation of setting up a fingerprint scanner does not take much time and can protect both the phone itself and its separate applications.

How to Add a Fingerprint

Regardless of what kind of information you want to protect on Xiaomi Mi A1, first you need to register the primary fingerprint. Usually you will be prompted to do this after the device is turned on for the first time, but if you skipped this step, you can set up protection after the fact:

  1. Open your phone settings.
  2. Go to the "Lock screen and fingerprints" section (sometimes the item you are looking for is called "Biometrics and security").

  3. Select "Fingerprints".
  4. Press "Add fingerprint".
  5. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

During the setup process, you will need to enter a pattern (password) if it was previously registered, or create a new one. This will be an alternative means of unlocking the device if the scanner stops working. Then you will need to put your finger on the fingerprint scanner several times, and then your phone will be completely protected.

Please note that Xiaomi Mi A1 allows you to add multiple prints by giving each one a name. This is done for the convenience of unlocking the device, depending on which finger is pressed to the fingerprint. This feature can be used if the device is used not only by you, but by another person as well.

Fingerprints in Individual Applications

If your smartphone is stolen, there is a high risk that the thief will gain access to the user's personal data, including bank accounts. This problem is especially relevant among people using online banking applications.

Fortunately, almost all of such apps allow you to additionally protect access to bank accounts. You just need to add a fingerprint on Xiaomi Mi A1 through the settings, and then the scan will be automatically loaded into the application. You just need to confirm this login tool in the app settings.

If the App is not Protected by a Fingerprint

Usually, fingerprint protection is provided only for applications that interact with the user's money in some way. Apps like the Gallery and mobile games remain at risk. Fortunately, the Xiaomi Mi A1 smartphone allows you to forcibly add protection for individual apps:

  1. Open your phone settings.
  2. Find the "Application lock" option (it may be called differently depending on the firmware version).
  3. Check the apps that you want to enforce protection on.
  4. Confirm the use of the fingerprint scanner in the settings.

Now, when trying to launch even the most innocuous program, an attacker will fail, since Xiaomi Mi A1 will require them to provide a fingerprint.

Why Fingerprints do not Work on Xiaomi Mi A1

Sometimes the advanced protection fails and the user cannot unlock their Xiaomi Mi A1 because the device does not recognize the phone owner's fingerprint. This can happen for several reasons:

  • the person puts the wrong finger to the scanner;
  • the print was not pre-configured, or the settings were reset;
  • the user applies a wet or dirty finger;
  • the fingerprint scanner is damaged or clogged.

An alternative method of authorization using a password or a pattern key can help you get out of this situation. But how do you get the scanner to work again? First you need to check the cleanliness of your fingers and the fingerprint scanner itself. Next, you need to check for registered fingerprints and create a new one if necessary. If the cable connecting the scanner to the motherboard has not come off the Xiaomi Mi A1, the problem should be resolved.

Share this page with your friends:

See also:



How to flash Xiaomi Mi A1

How to root Xiaomi Mi A1

Hard reset for Xiaomi Mi A1

How to reboot Xiaomi Mi A1

How to unlock Xiaomi Mi A1

What to do if Xiaomi Mi A1 won't turn on

What to do if Xiaomi Mi A1 doesn't charge

What to do if Xiaomi Mi A1 doesn't connect to PC via USB

How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to reset FRP on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to call recording on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to update Xiaomi Mi A1

How to connect Xiaomi Mi A1 to TV

How to clear the cache on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to backup Xiaomi Mi A1

How to disable ads on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to clear storage on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to increase font on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to share internet on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to transfer data to Xiaomi Mi A1

How to unlock bootloader on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to recover photos on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to record the screen on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to find blacklist in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to block number on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to enable auto-rotate on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set up or turn off an alarm on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to change ringtone on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to enable battery percentage on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn off notifications on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn off Google assistant on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn off the lock screen on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to delete app on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to recover contacts on Xiaomi Mi A1

Where is the recycle bin on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to install WhatsApp on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set contact photo in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to scan QR code on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to connect Xiaomi Mi A1 to computer

How to install SD card in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to update Play Store in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to install Google Camera in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to enable USB debugging on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn off Xiaomi Mi A1

How to charge Xiaomi Mi A1

How to use the camera on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to find lost Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set password on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn on 5g on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn on VPN on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to install apps on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to insert a SIM card in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to enable and configure NFC on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set time on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to connect headphones to Xiaomi Mi A1

How to clear browser history on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to disassemble Xiaomi Mi A1

How to hide an app on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to download YouTube videos on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to unblock a contact on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn on the flashlight on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to split the screen on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn off the camera sound on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to trim video on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to check RAM in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to bypass the Google account on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to fix black screen on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to change the language on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to open engineering mode in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to open recovery mode in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to find and turn on a voice recorder on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to make video calls on Xiaomi Mi A1

Xiaomi Mi A1 sim card not detected

How to transfer contacts to Xiaomi Mi A1

How to enable/disable «Do not disturb» mode on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to enable/disable answerphone on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set up face recognition on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set up voicemail on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to listen to voicemail on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to check the IMEI number in Xiaomi Mi A1

How to turn on fast charging on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to replace the battery on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to update the application on Xiaomi Mi A1

Why the Xiaomi Mi A1 discharges quickly

How to set a password for apps in the Xiaomi Mi A1

How to format Xiaomi Mi A1

How to install TWRP on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to set up call forwarding on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to empty the recycle bin on Xiaomi Mi A1

Where to find the clipboard on Xiaomi Mi A1

How to Set Up Fingerprint on Another Phones