You bought a new MacBook and the Touch ID button in the left corner dazzles you. Yes, you can securely turn on and off MacBooks by registering fingerprints. In this content, we will explain the settings for using Touch ID on Mac with a short guide.
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How to Set Up Touch ID on MacBook
Let's start with the main question: "How to register fingerprint on MacBook?"
To register fingerprint on MacBook, follow these steps:
- Click on the Apple Menu
- It will say Touch ID & Passwords on the side. Click here.
- Click on the ''Add fingerprint'' button. Instructions will appear on the screen. These instructions tell you how to place your finger on the fingerprint sensor. It also tells you the missing points and the detection rate as you scan your finger. Follow these instructions and scan your fingerprint.
The maximum number of fingerprints you can register on a MacBook is 3. A fingerprint lets you unlock your Mac and approve purchases in iTunes, Apple Books, and the App Store. You can also use Touch ID to sign in to paid third-party apps.
Have you scanned your fingerprint? Great! Now you can choose which operations you can authorize with Touch ID.
What to do with fingerprint on MacBook?
- You unlock your MacBook without using a password. You press the Touch ID button and it unlocks.
- When making a purchase using Apple Pay, you confirm the transaction with a single tap.
- You approve purchases from the iTunes Store, App Store, and Apple Books.
- You autofill the passwords saved on the device and in your browser.
- You switch between user profiles you have saved on your MacBook.
Apart from the above, if you have already purchased the device as a new one, setting up your MacBook Air fingerprint is recommended during the startup process. If you do not click on ''skip step'' in this step, you will have your fingerprint scanned and set while setting up the device.
How to Delete Registered Fingerprints on MacBook?
If you buy a second-hand MacBook, want to sell your Mac, or change user, you may need to delete your registered fingerprint. To do this, follow these steps:
- Go to Apple Menu. Click on System Preferences.
- In the side menu, click Touch ID & Passcodes.
- If there is a registered fingerprint, you will see it here. Click on the fingerprint you want to delete. Mac will ask for your password. Enter the password. Click ''Delete''. The relevant fingerprint will be deleted.
Rename Registered Fingerprint on MacBook
To rename a registered fingerprint on your MacBook Pro or Air, follow these steps:
- Go to Apple Menu. Click on System Preferences.
- In the side menu, click Touch ID & Passcodes.
- If there is a registered fingerprint, you will see it here. There is a text just below the fingerprint you want to rename. Click on this text and enter the new name.
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How to Fix MacBook Fingerprint Detection Issue?
If you already use fingerprint on your Mac, but the device has stopped recognizing your fingerprint, you may be experiencing a hardware issue. Here are the reasons why MacBook Pro Touch ID is not working:
- The fingerprint sensor may be wet or dirty. Wipe it gently without direct contact with water or cleaning material.
- There may be cuts, scratches or moisturizing lotions on your finger . Blurring of the fingerprint may prevent reading.
- Sometimes when you turn on and off your Mac without using a password for a long time, your MacBook may ask you to enter a password . In this case, the device will not be unlocked with a fingerprint until the password is entered. This is a procedure specifically performed for security purposes. Once you enter a password, you will be able to continue using your fingerprint again.
