Setting up Touch ID
Apple iPad mini 4 on iOS 14.0.0
Set up biometric security to help keep your device secure. Your device may use biometric securities such as fingerprints or face scans.
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From the Home screen, tap Settings.
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Scroll to Touch ID & Passcode.
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Tap Touch ID & Passcode.
Note: If necessary, enter your passcode. You're required to set up a passcode in order to use Touch ID.
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Tap Add a Fingerprint.
Note: For this tutorial, we're showing how to set up Touch ID. You can also set up your phone to unlock only using a passcode, but steps may vary based on what you choose.
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Place your finger on the Home button.
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Repeatedly lift and rest your finger on the Home button.
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Tap Continue.
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Repeatedly lift and rest the edge of your finger on the Home button.
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Tap Continue.
Note: If necessary, enter and confirm a passcode to use when Touch ID is not available.
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Press the Top button to put iPad to sleep.
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Press the Top button to wake iPad.
Note: You must be looking at iPad to activate Touch ID.
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Place your fingertip on the Home button to unlock iPad.
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You've completed the steps!
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