Fingerprint sensor not working after lock screen app - Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions and Answers

I can't unlock my S7 with fingerprint when I lock the device with an app like "Screen off and lock". When i lock the device with the power button unlocking with my fingerprint works fine. When i use an app to lock the phone i have always to enter my pin. Any solutions?

It should work. Maybe the developer is calling an old method or something like it.
I use the built in lock shortcut from nova launcher and fingerprint works like it should.
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I tried various apps. None of them worked.
Locking with physical power button: fingerprint unlock works
Locking with app: fingerprint unlock does not work

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3354270

Pls let me know if you find a solution to this.

You can try this app - Screen Lock and enable its experimental function - "Fix fingerprint unlock not work".
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.simi.screenlock

Great! Really works!
Great! Really works smoothly on my Galaxy s8+ Oreo rom (disables that stupid fingerprint limitation ) . Many many thanks.

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Fingerprint Sensor for apps lock

Is there possible to lock apps or use fingerprint Sensor without using it on secured lock screen like Samsung.
Hi, You can try FingerSecurity on Google Play, but I am not sure if it is compatible with Xperia devices.

applock

Can some tell me if there is an option on mate9 to lock each apps apart from general fingerprint lock on the phone.
If not , which app would be the best?
smithinsundar said:
Can some tell me if there is an option on mate9 to lock each apps apart from general fingerprint lock on the phone.
If not , which app would be the best?
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Yes, very easy to do. Same as the video below but instead of entering a lock code, it will use your finger print on Mate 9.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXGvv5iEXFw

Using fingerprint scanner without screenlock?

Hi, I hate having i screenlock, be it password, pattern or fingerprint - it's just to uncomfortable, especially being lefthanded and having a flipcover.
But, I'd still like to use fingerprint authentication in certain apps, like my bank's app. However it doesn't seem possible to activate the scanning functions and registering prints without having a screen lock active.
Does anyone know how to get around this (no root)?
I would also like to know as well. I am using Microsoft Next as my lock screen and I apparently am unable to only use the lock screen with the fingerprint scanner. I keep getting forced to have a pin or pattern which sucks.
toth42 said:
Hi, I hate having i screenlock, be it password, pattern or fingerprint - it's just to uncomfortable, especially being lefthanded and having a flipcover.
But, I'd still like to use fingerprint authentication in certain apps, like my bank's app. However it doesn't seem possible to activate the scanning functions and registering prints without having a screen lock active.
Does anyone know how to get around this (no root)?
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You can pair your phone with a Bluetooth device, such as Bluetooth wristband, and enable Smart Unlock then you may bypass the PIN.
ykkhern said:
You can pair your phone with a Bluetooth device, such as Bluetooth wristband, and enable Smart Unlock then you may bypass the PIN.
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Sure, but then I'll have to walk around with some bluetooth thing. I don't want that, I just want to be able to use the fingerprint selectively, without it locking the phone.
[Wazzup4567] said:
I would also like to know as well. I am using Microsoft Next as my lock screen and I apparently am unable to only use the lock screen with the fingerprint scanner. I keep getting forced to have a pin or pattern which sucks.
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Had never heard of Next, now I already love it - thanks!
I think that's not possible. Fingerprint adds a security layer, but if for some reason it's not supported by an app or if for any reason you cut your finger and your fingerprint it's not readable anymore, you must have a backup unlock method.

disabled fingerprints for lock screen but enable for apps

Hi!
Until the last update it worked fine.
I want to unlock my screen by swiping )without any PINs or fingerprints) but I want to use the fingerprint unlock in my banking app (or any other app). Previously it worked just fine but now the fingerprint possibility is just disabled in my app and I have to insert the PIN.
Does anybody has suggestions how to make it?
Thanks
Mike

[No root] Finally, an app to enable native Lift To Wake (lockscreen)

TL, DR. Where is the download?
github.com/xubowenhaoren/OPLiftToWake/releases
What does it do?
This is a simple app to enable Lift To Wake for OnePlus 7 series.
It is not the Lift To "Ambient Display" in the stock Settings App; it enables the true Lift To "Lock Screen" like other phones.
Why do I want this feature?
You've probably already known that OnePlus, in Android 10, reveals the notification content on the lock screen after Face Unlock.
But to see those notifications, you either need to:
1. Pick up the phone and unlock with your finger at the Ambient Display. A two-step process.
2. Pick up the phone and press the power button. Again, a two-step process.
Now with the app, you can pick up the phone and the lock screen immediately shows up.
How does it do this?
It listens to the native system sensor (`oneplus.sensor.pickup`). In my testing, it is very power efficient.
What phones does it support?
I have tested this on a OnePlus 7T with Android 10. It should also work with other OnePlus 7 series.
Note that for earlier OnePlus phones, there is also a [pickup sensor] but with a different name.
If you want this app to work with earlier OnePlus phones, you should try replacing this line in `Utils.java` with the correct sensor name:
```
mSensor = Utils.getSensor(context, mSensorManager, "oneplus.sensor.pickup");
```
How do I use it?
You probably want to turn off the Ambient Display first.
After installing the app, turn on the "Lift To Wake" toggle.
You should also consider turning off the battery optimization of the app for a more consistent background performance.
Do I need Magisk for this?
No, it is root-free.
Credits
Much of the code is from the Lineage OS team.
Other code references can be found in the code comments.
Love this feature thank you!
Works like a charm ? thanks.
Awesome! will give it try, hope there is no battery drain.
Great to see! Cheers
It is still a 2 step procedure when i use face unlock along with fingerprint.
It should be a command that when I pick up the phone -> auto open lockscreen -> auto trigger face unlock.
When i want to use fingerprint, just tap to wake ambient display and unlock with fingerprint.
I really dont want to sacrifice FOD to use only face unlock.
_DoomD_ said:
It is still a 2 step procedure when i use face unlock along with fingerprint.
It should be a command that when I pick up the phone -> auto open lockscreen -> auto trigger face unlock.
When i want to use fingerprint, just tap to wake ambient display and unlock with fingerprint.
I really dont want to sacrifice FOD to use only face unlock.
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This is the app for you then. Also, you don't lose FOD at the lock screen.
bwx074 said:
This is the app for you then. Also, you don't lose FOD at the lock screen.
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You dont get my point, bro. When you use both FOD and face unlock, this app just show the lockscreen when pick up. Then u have to choose putting your finger on FOD or pressing the face icon button on top of the clock to unlock.
My desire is that the app will trigger the face unlock automatically in that situation.
_DoomD_ said:
You dont get my point, bro. When you use both FOD and face unlock, this app just show the lockscreen when pick up. Then u have to choose putting your finger on FOD or pressing the face icon button on top of the clock to unlock.
My desire is that the app will trigger the face unlock automatically in that situation.
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I am using a OnePlus 7T. In my case, when the lock screen lights up, Face Unlock automatically works and my new messages reveal their content.
bwx074 said:
I am using a OnePlus 7T. In my case, when the lock screen lights up, Face Unlock automatically works and my new messages reveal their content.
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Do you use only face unlock?
_DoomD_ said:
Do you use only face unlock?
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I have both Face Unlock and fingerprints set up, but I mainly use Face Unlock. Hence the need for this app
bwx074 said:
I have both Face Unlock and fingerprints set up, but I mainly use Face Unlock. Hence the need for this app
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Weird!!! Something prevents the app from triggering face unlock automatically. Maybe because of the pop up camera firmware in 7 pro.
Pocket detection doesn't appear to work on OP7 Pro. ? Great work tho!
Krsmqn said:
Pocket detection doesn't appear to work on OP7 Pro. Great work tho!
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My OP7T doesn't even have a pocket mode, so I can't test that for you. However, the original Lineage OS code had support for pocket mode. You could try to add it! :good:
It's cool. Kinda slow thought.
If I turn off the notification, will it keep running?
And thanks for it, really useful:good:
joechan said:
If I turn off the notification, will it keep running?
And thanks for it, really useful:good:
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Yes, I've tested this.
Facing a minor problem. The app has to be opened up to function after deep sleep i:e in the morning. The battery optimization is off for the app.
Any ideas how to fix the issue.
Nice I love it. Great job sir. ?
_DoomD_ said:
You dont get my point, bro. When you use both FOD and face unlock, this app just show the lockscreen when pick up. Then u have to choose putting your finger on FOD or pressing the face icon button on top of the clock to unlock.
My desire is that the app will trigger the face unlock automatically in that situation.
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Same here.

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