iPad touch

Any resolutions for the touch use problem yet. I have to enter my 6 number Apple security code to enter, every time.

iPad Air, iPadOS 16

Posted on Feb 27, 2023 8:54 AM

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Posted on Mar 1, 2023 10:51 AM

Hi there Cjsides,


If Touch ID isn't working on your iPad, try working through these steps:


Follow these steps. Try using Touch ID after each step:
1. Make sure that you have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
2. Make sure that your fingers and the Touch ID sensor are clean and dry.* For the Touch ID sensor, use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off any dirt or debris.
3. Your finger should cover the Touch ID sensor completely, touching the surrounding metal ring. While Touch ID is scanning, you shouldn't tap too quickly or move your finger around.
4. If you're using a case or screen protector, make sure it doesn't cover the Touch ID sensor or the surrounding ring.
5. Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode and make sure that iPhone Unlock or iTunes & App Store is on, and that you've enrolled one or more fingerprints.
6. Try enrolling a different finger.

If you still can't use Touch ID, your iPad may need serviced:


Still not working?
If the previous steps didn't help, you see "Failed—unable to complete Touch ID setup", or either of the following happen when you go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode, take your device to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, or contact Apple Support:
- You can't turn on Touch ID
- Touch ID is dimmed or grayed out

You'll find all this information here: If Touch ID isn't working on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Take care.

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Mar 1, 2023 10:51 AM in response to Cjsides

Hi there Cjsides,


If Touch ID isn't working on your iPad, try working through these steps:


Follow these steps. Try using Touch ID after each step:
1. Make sure that you have the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.
2. Make sure that your fingers and the Touch ID sensor are clean and dry.* For the Touch ID sensor, use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off any dirt or debris.
3. Your finger should cover the Touch ID sensor completely, touching the surrounding metal ring. While Touch ID is scanning, you shouldn't tap too quickly or move your finger around.
4. If you're using a case or screen protector, make sure it doesn't cover the Touch ID sensor or the surrounding ring.
5. Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode and make sure that iPhone Unlock or iTunes & App Store is on, and that you've enrolled one or more fingerprints.
6. Try enrolling a different finger.

If you still can't use Touch ID, your iPad may need serviced:


Still not working?
If the previous steps didn't help, you see "Failed—unable to complete Touch ID setup", or either of the following happen when you go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode, take your device to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, or contact Apple Support:
- You can't turn on Touch ID
- Touch ID is dimmed or grayed out

You'll find all this information here: If Touch ID isn't working on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


Take care.

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