Unleash secret functions of your Xiaomi's side fingerprint sensor

For a few years now, Xiaomi has been featuring side-mounted fingerprint readers on its budget handsets, giving users a convenient and fast experience. Some users might prefer under-panel fingerprint readers, though a side sensor gives a certain amount of flexibility which is all too often overlooked. With HyperOS and MIUI 14, however, now Xiaomi is unveiling new ways of leveraging this component beyond opening your device, so now you can perform convenient actions using a double tap.

How to Use Your Xiaomi’s Fingerprint Sensor for Quick Actions

In HyperOS and MIUI 14, Xiaomi streamlined the side fingerprint scanner so it can act as a shortcut for various functions. With a double tap on the sensor, it is now possible to launch necessary tools quickly, making daily routines convenient. The functions accessible are:

Capture a screenshot
Turn on the torch
Open the Control Center
Pull down your notification shade.
Open Google Assistant
Run the camera
Open the Calculator app
Turn silent mode on.
Report a system issue

How to Enable Fingerprint Shortcuts on Your Xiaomi Device

Enabling these convenient short-cuts is fairly easy. Just follow these steps:

Open your Settings on your Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO device.
Scroll down and select Additional settings.
Tap on Gesture shortcuts.
Find and press Double-tap the fingerprint sensor.
Choose your desired function among the given options.

Enabling your device’s side fingerprint scanner transforms your device into a powerful tool for improved usage and efficiency. The feature is particularly convenient for users who want to make interactions on your device easier without using menus or on-screen gestures.

A Bonus Feature for In-Display Fingerprint Sensors

If your device is a Xiaomi device featuring an under-display fingerprint scanner, don’t worry. Xiaomi recently unveiled another new feature, which is utilizing the fingerprint scanner in order to detect heart rate. This is just another example of this company making it easier for users in the Android community.

With these little tricks, your device is now all the more convenient, ensuring that you make the best of its hardware. Did you ever give these fingerprint sensor tips a shot? We want to find out which of these tips is your favorite.