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I go to set up finger print scan and it says failed doesn't even let me scan my finger

TThe finger scanner says failed it doesn't even let me scan my finger it goes straight to finger print failed try again

iPhone 5s, iOS 9.2

Posted on Feb 12, 2016 8:19 AM

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Feb 12, 2016 10:26 AM in response to brycefrommund

  • Make sure you have the latest version of iOS.Make sure that your fingers and the Home button are clean and dry.1 For the Home button, use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off any dirt or debris.
  • Your finger should cover the Home button completely, touching the surrounding metal ring. While Touch ID is scanning, you shouldn't press down hard, tap too quickly, or move your finger around.
  • If you're using a case or screen protector, make sure it doesn't cover the Home button or the surrounding ring.
  • Tap Settings > Touch ID & Passcode. Make sure that iPhone Unlock or iTunes & App Store is on, and that you've enrolled one or more fingerprints.
  • Try enrolling a different finger.
  • If you can't enroll any of your fingers, take your device to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, or contact Apple Support.
  • Use Touch ID on iPhone and iPad - Apple Support

I go to set up finger print scan and it says failed doesn't even let me scan my finger

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