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When should you use Touch ID on Mac?
If your Mac or Magic Keyboard has Touch ID, you can use it to unlock your Mac, authorize purchases from the iTunes Store, the App Store, and Apple Books, and make purchases on the web using Apple Pay. You can also use Touch ID to sign into some third-party apps.
Why doesn’t My Touch ID work on MacBook Pro?
Make sure that your fingers and the Touch ID sensor are clean and dry. * Use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off any dirt or debris on the Touch ID sensor. After you turn Magic Keyboard off then on, Touch ID may be unavailable for up to 10 seconds. Restart your Mac.
What does pressing the Touch ID button do?
Touch ID (the power button) is located on the right side of the Touch Bar. After you set up Touch ID, you can use your fingerprint to unlock MacBook Pro, quickly lock your screen, or make purchases from the App Store, Apple TV app, and Book Store, and on websites using Apple Pay.
How can I sign in to iCloud on my MacBook Air?
Next, visit iCloud.com using Safari on your Mac and verify you’re able to log in successfully. If so, use these steps to start your Mac in safe mode, then attempt to log in: To start up in safe mode: Start or restart your Mac, then immediately press and hold the Shift key. The Apple logo appears on your display.
Where do I enter my Apple ID to set up iCloud?
Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Apple ID. If you’re using macOS Mojave or earlier, click iCloud. Enter your Apple ID. When you sign in, iCloud is turned on automatically. Have questions about Apple ID?
What to do if your Apple ID doesn’t work on iCloud?
If your Apple ID works with the iTunes Store, App Store, Game Center, FaceTime, or other Apple services, your Apple ID should work for iCloud. Contact iCloud Support for help.
Why do I get messages when I sign in to iCloud?
If your device is running iOS 8 or OS X Yosemite or earlier, sign in using two-step verification instead. If you see one of these messages, it means that you have exceeded the number of new Apple IDs you can set up with iCloud on a single device in one year. Learn what to do .