Why do I have to click home button to unlock iPhone?

With Touch ID enabled, your iPhone needs to scan your fingerprint before you can access your home screen or last app used. Before it unlocks, your iPhone might request that you press the Home button, adding an unnecessary step between you and your data.

Why does Touch ID work but not home button?

The device might not work because the device’s software crashed. First, try to reboot your device by holding the power button and home button together for at least 10 secs. The touch ID might not work because of damage to the connection cable. You can solve the problem by replacing the connection cable.

Why do I have to press home button twice to unlock iPhone?

It looks like you are using a 5s, so if you use Touch ID you will be able to use Rest Finger to Open. Go to Settings > General > Accessibility > Home Button > enable Rest Finger to Open. This will allow you to only press the home button once.

How do you use fingerprint without pressing the home button?

To unlock your device using Touch ID without pressing the Touch ID sensor, go to Settings > Accessibility > Home Button [or top button] and turn on Rest Finger to Open.

Why does Touch ID not work after home button replacement?

The fix solution is that you restart your iPhone again and the touch ID function can back to work. Also some people would encounter this situation, after replacing the screen replacement, not only the touch ID failed but also you can’t go back to your menu by pressing the home button and set up your fingerprint.

How do you unlock an iPhone without touching it?

Select “Accessibility.” Tap “Home Button.” Press the switch next to “Rest Finger to Open” to turn this functionality on. This will make it so that you can open your iPhone with TouchID by resting your finger on the home button rather than pressing it.

Can you use iPhone 7 without home button?

Unlike previous Apple smartphones, the iPhone 7 doesn’t use a mechanical home button; in fact, it doesn’t even move at all.

Why does my iPhone need to scan my fingerprint before unlocking?

With Touch ID enabled, your iPhone needs to scan your fingerprint before you can access your home screen or last app used. Before it unlocks, your iPhone might request that you press the Home button, adding an unnecessary step between you and your data.

How do I Turn Off fingerprint recognition on my iPhone?

Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode. If you added more than one fingerprint, place a finger on the Home button to identify its print. Tap the fingerprint, then enter a name (such as “Thumb”) or tap Delete Fingerprint. Unlock iPhone by touching instead of pressing the Home button

How do I add a fingerprint to my iPhone screen?

Note: If you can’t add a fingerprint or unlock your iPhone using Touch ID, see the Apple Support article If Touch ID isn’t working. You can add multiple fingerprints (both of your thumbs and forefingers, for example). Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode. Tap Add a Fingerprint.

How do I lock my iPhone with Touch ID?

On an iPhone with a Home button, press the Home button using the finger you registered with Touch ID. To lock iPhone again, press the side button or Sleep/Wake button (depending on your model). iPhone locks automatically if you don’t touch the screen for a minute or so.