Introduction
Use this guide to calibrate the fingerprint sensor in your Google Pixel phone. This guide is only applicable for the Google Pixel 6 and newer phones.
You need to calibrate your fingerprint sensor whenever you replace the screen, as most replacement screens come with a new fingerprint sensor pre-attached. If you don't, your fingerprint sensor will not work.
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If you're using a Windows operating system, download the Google USB driver and follow these instructions to install it.
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If you're using a Linux operating system:
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Run `sudo usermod -aG plugdev $LOGNAME`, then logout and log back in. This grants your user account permission to mount your phone and other removable devices.
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Run `sudo apt update` followed by `sudo apt install android-sdk-platform-tools-common`. This will install USB drivers for your phone.
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Refer to this guide for additional details.
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Follow these instructions to enable developer options and USB debugging mode.
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Navigate to this page to prepare the calibration software.
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If your phone isn't turned off, do so now.
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Hold down the power and volume down buttons on your phone for three seconds to enter Fastboot mode.
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Plug your phone into your computer.
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Select the "Connect Device" button.
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Choose your device from the pop-up menu.
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If your device isn't showing up, select the "Troubleshooting tips" link near the bottom of the page to diagnose your issue.
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Once your device connects, select the "Install software" button.
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Wait for the calibration software to download and install.
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After you receive the "Install successful" prompt, unplug your phone and manually restart it again to complete the calibration.
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Your fingerprint sensor is calibrated and ready for use.
If the calibration fails for any reason, repeat the calibration procedure.
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When I try and use the calibration tool on my Pixel 6 I get an error message whilst downloading the software that says "Couldn't find the unique calibration software for this device". Any suggestions as to what is causing this?
Same problem. Pixel 6 android 14 latest update
Same problem, pixel 7 android 14 January update
same problem. Please help
