Adding finger prints capability(similar to a signature) Survey123

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11-29-2017 12:37 PM
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Jean-YvesLandry1
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In many of our surveys people are often unable to read or write.  On the paper form version we would use an ink pad and fingerprint instead of a signature. I would like the ability to collect fingerprints; at the moment the best method with this application is to take a picture of the ink fingerprint.   

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JamesTedrick

Hi Jean Yves,

In terms of scanning equipment, are you referring to the built-in fingerprint sensor of a device (mobile phone) or a dedicated scanning device connected to the phone/computer running Survey123?  If the former, most devices don't allow for programs to access the fingerprint itself- just verify that the fingerprint presented has been registered as the 'user' of the device.

Jean-YvesLandry1

Indeed, It would have to be a dedicated scanning device. Like you mentioned the finger print scanner on most, if not all, devices is not made to be used that way, at least I didn't find anything yet. 

HadeesullahSahak
  • @JamesTedrick can we collect the fingerprints with survey123, using a dedicated fingerprint device?