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How to enable Fingerprint unlock in Lenovo Vibe P1 with Marshmallow

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Lenovo has rolled out latest Marshmallow 6.0.1 update for Vibe P1, A7000/A7000 plus and few other models.
Now you can use Finger print App lock feature on your Vibe P1 and other mobiles having fingerprint sensor for unlocking your system or user installed apps like Gmail, Facebook, WhatsApp, File Manager, Image Gallery, Contacts and Messages.

This post will help you enabling Fingerprint unlock in Lenovo Vibe P1 with Marshmallow 6.0.1. The Fingerprint app unlocking feature was not available earlier in the older Lollipop version 5.0.1 and 5.1.1.

How to unlock apps with fingerprint sensor on android Marshmallow 6.0.1 devices ?

You can unlock your device as in earlier versions with no option for App unlocking. To enable the Fingerprint App Unlock in Marshmallow you have to install any third party app like Clean master Security (Antivirus & Applock). Once you install the app you can enable app unlock feature and can set the same fingerprint sample for unlocking the device to unlock the selected apps you have chosen to protect from others to open. We have tested this on Vibe P1a42 and is working fine. The same method can be applicable on HTC, Micromax, Samsung, MI, Coolpad, Honor Holly and other company mobiles which are having Fingerprint sensor and are running on Marshmallow 6.0 or 6.0.1 Android OS.

If your Fingerprint sensor is not working properly or any other issues/queries do comment below. We will try to figure it out!

  1. My fingerprint scanner is not working after the marshmallow update. When I try to register my fingerprint it shows enrollment not complete.Tried factory resetting but still it does not work.

    • Are you getting any vibration when you trying to enroll the fingerprint? If yes then there is no issue with the sensor, it may be a problem with the OS installed or your sample is not getting scanned properly. Try with other person like your friend or a family member. If the problem persists kindly visit the nearest service center.

  2. after the marshmallow update my fingerprint sensor not working for unlocking screen but it works fine for unlocking apps

  3. My finger print sensor is not working, tried to register my fingerprint it shows enrollment not complete and I am using marshmallow update.. and before the update also i was not able to do it. Kindly suggest

  5. Fingerprint not working after upgrade to marshmallow in my Lenovo vibe p1a 42,
    When I touch in that sensor it turn on screen and shows pattern to unlock device.
    Except Fingerprint no issue so far.

    • This happens when you use your device after a restart or power on. Due to security reasons fingerprint is disable on first power on or a restart. Next time it should be working fine.

  6. My fingerprint sensor is stopped working. I tried to reset it many times but its still not working. I even updated my phone into marshmallow. But still nothing. So pls help

    • There may be issue with your sensor. Try reaching the nearest service center.
      NOTE: If you use the fingerprint sensor with wet hands/fingers there is more chance of the sensor to stop working. So it is recommended not to use any electronic device in water or in wet hands.

  7. Fingerprint not working after update to marshmallow. It showing following message “Fingerprint enrollment didn’t work. Try again or use a different finger.” I have tried to factory reset many times.

    • Please ask your friend to check to register his fingerprint, during registration give the sample properly as per the instructions on the screen. otherwise your enrollment wont be successful. If he also not able to do it, try to call the customer care 1800-3000-7678 (India tollfree)
      10am – 7pm, Monday – Saturday
      (Except Public Holidays)

  8. Same problem here.
    After marshmallow update fingerprint screen unlock not working.
    When enter the optio to register my fingerprint i instantly get the same: “Fingerprint enrollment didn’t work. Try again or use a different finger”
    Checked in Engineer Mode –> Maunal Test –> FpSensor Auto Test. The last diagnostic: Test failed.

    After i do a service hard reset, i can use it till i register my fingerprints. After few minutes, i get the issue again.

  10. Hi. My lenovo vibe P1unclocks with fingerprint only when there is some app open and I lock mobile by power button.
    If I turn off screen when I am on homescreen, fingerprint will not unlock the device and it is asking me to put the pattern.
    It was fine in lollipop but this issue is after marshmallow update. Any suggestion or solution?

  11. Hi, My lenovo vibe k4 note have finger print scan. Since 2days it was not working and it showing error while accessing (“Enrolment was not completed”-Fingerprint enrolment didn’t work. Try again or use a different finger.) It showing like this. Please solve my problem.

  12. Hi, my vibe p1 unlock screen by fp scanner not working it always ask for pin.. Previously version don’t have that problem..

  14. Dear CG Study,

    I followed ur method but still fingerprint is not opening and existing saying error…screen also show finger print sendor in the back ;(..but in p1 sensor is in front…what is this..

  15. Dear CG Study.. same problem after upgrade to marshmellow fingerprint menu on My Lenovo P1 turbo not showing and not working. So what can i do

  17. I can’t set the finger print to my mobile it’s shows like fingerprint1 is not registered and fingerprint enrollment is cancelled can I solve my problem

  18. In y phone battery iS fast driying and fingerprint sensor is noT woRking please try to slvE this problem As son As possible

  19. My Lenovo P1 Turbo fingerprint is not working, if I locked the screen using Toggle Power before. But if I locked by turn down the screen, the fingerprint is working.

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