A fingerprint sensor is built into the Pixel Tablet's power button. You can use your fingerprint to unlock your Pixel Tablet whether it's docked or undocked.
- Set up your fingerprint on your Pixel Tablet.
- When your tablet is locked, touch and hold your fingerprint on the power button without pressing it.
- Your tablet will unlock.
Note: Some features aren’t available in all countries or languages.
If you set up a fingerprint on your Pixel Tablet, you also need to create a backup PIN, pattern or password to use. For security reasons, sometimes your tablet will ask you to enter your backup unlock method. This is required after:
- Your fingerprint isn't recognized after a few tries.
- You restart (reboot) your device.
- You switch to a different user.
- More than 48 hours have passed since you last unlocked using your backup unlock method.
Use your fingerprint to unlock your Pixel Tablet when your screen is off
You can choose whether your fingerprint can unlock your device when your screen is off:
- Open your device's Settings app
.
- Tap Security & privacy
Device lock
- If prompted, enter your PIN, pattern, or password.
- Turn Touch to unlock anytime on or off.
Note: Turning this setting on can make accidental unlocking more likely.
Fix issues with Fingerprint Unlock
If you have trouble when you try to unlock your tablet with your fingerprint:
- Make sure you firmly touch and hold the correct finger on the power button sensor.
- Make sure the surface of the fingerprint sensor and the finger you use to unlock your device are clean.
- If you still experience issues, use a PIN, pattern, or password to unlock your tablet.
- Tap the profile icon at the top of your Home screen and make sure you're signed into the correct user profile.
- Remove your existing fingerprint and set it up again. You can add up to 5 fingerprints for added convenience.