Touch ID not working consistently on iMac keyboard

Touch ID not working consistently on iMac keyboard-is anyone else having issues? I have to restart frequently to enable the Touch ID.

Posted on Jun 13, 2023 09:20 AM

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2 replies

ku4hx

Level 7

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Jun 13, 2023 01:12 PM in response to and5678

Touch ID doesn't work 100% of the time. There are instances when you must enter your password. There's a brief message to that effect when it happens.

Is this what's going on?

and5678 Author

Level 1

5 points

Jun 15, 2023 09:24 AM in response to ku4hx

Well, yes and no :) There hasn't been a message when it doesn't work. Restarting it works, it's just a hassle. Thanks for replying--appreciate the help.

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