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The Cameron Files Hints

Where can I find the fingerprints?

  • 1 of 16: Look in Allister MacFarley's room.
  • 2 of 16: Go to the desk positioned near the back door to the room.
  • 3 of 16: Search the desk carefully for clues.
  • 4 of 16: You'll need to go into a close-up of the desk, then click the arrow pointing to the left to see the left side of the desk.
  • 5 of 16: Look for some marks on the left front of the desk.
  • 6 of 16: The marks are fingerprints.
  • 7 of 16: You'll need to figure out a way to preserve the fingerprints.
  • 8 of 16: First you'll need to "dust" the fingerprints.
  • 9 of 16: Cameron already has what he needs for "dusting".
  • 10 of 16: Try the copper oxide powder.
  • 11 of 16: Next, think of something that could help make a more permanent impression of the prints.
  • 12 of 16: What is normally used to make fingerprints?
  • 13 of 16: How about using some ink?
  • 14 of 16: Finally, think of a way to make the fingerprints more portable.
  • 15 of 16: Look in Cameron's bag to find a blank piece of paper. 
  • 16 of 16: Use the paper on the prints.  You can now carry the prints.