Are fingerprints good for anything?

Question

Do fingerprints somehow help humans? Besides in forensics, I mean. Do they help keep things from slipping out of our hands?

Answer 1

Basically the rough surface in our finger tends to be sticky  with objects we touch or hold. The rough surface of your finger infact helps you to mantain a strong grip. NICE Question THAnx

Answer 2

They basically provide extra grip.

Answer 3

Yeah, ..........for catching you if you break the law.........(well I thought it was funny)

No, but seriously, fingerprints have been used since the beginning of time as a sort of ID card. Check this site out.

Answer 4

yeah!