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Biometric unlocking methods are the most comfortable for locking and unlocking your mobile, and they have been present in Xiaomi for some time in the form of fingerprint reading. Your phone you can also integrate facial recognition or even both unlocking methods, or even both, and if you want to configure them again, add new fingerprints or even rename the ones you need to know which are which, we’ll show you how you can do it.
Add a new fingerprint or delete the ones you have
Unlock by fingerprint in MIUI
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In the Mobile Settings section of Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO you have, you will be able to access a section specially designed to manage everything related to device security, and within it, fingerprints. Follow these steps:
- Open Settings.
- Click Passwords and Security.
- Press the fingerprint unlock button.
Once here you will have access to your registered fingerprints, being able to delete or rename each of them to know how to identify them.
Fingerprint menu
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Additionally, you will also see a section that allows you to choose what you want to use the fingerprint for, as it can be unlock method for privacy password or app lock.
fingerprint animation
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If the fingerprint reader is located under the screen, you can also choose the fingerprint unlock animation.
Configure facial recognition on your Xiaomi
Facial data in MIUI
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If you wish, you can also bet on facial recognition, something that can be useful if you have a company tablet, which does not have a fingerprint reader.
- Open Settings.
- Click Passwords and Security.
- Tap Face Recognition.
Whichever method you choose to unlock your smartphone, you will need to define a PIN code to be able to unlock the mobile alternatively, because biometrics is never the only method available for unlocks.
Facial Data Security Notice
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Before you start putting it on, it’s a good idea to make sure you add all the parts of your face so that it’s clearly visible, with nothing covering or getting in the way. In many cases, depending on your mobile, will warn you that it is less secure than a PIN code because you can use an image to unlock it.
If you’re looking for comfort, this is a good option, but it’s not in the realm of safety, so you should think about what you prioritize. Of course, the most recommended option is the fingerprint reader.
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