Fingerprint identification method and device

An embodiment of the invention discloses a fingerprint identification method and device and belongs to the technical field of electronics. The method includes: in a folded and screen-off state, when the pressing events of a first screen area and a second screen area are detected, starting a fingerprint identification function, wherein when a foldable terminal in the folded state, the first screenarea and the second screen area are located on the outer side; in the on state of the fingerprint identification function, using the first screen area and the second screen area to detect currently input fingerprint information; if the target fingerprint information contains fingerprint information matched with the standard fingerprint information of a first finger and fingerprint information matched with the standard fingerprint information of a second finger, performing screen unlocking. By the method, flexibility can be increased.