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Finger Scanner
Settings
Finger Scanner
Use fingerprint recognition as an
alternative to entering passwords
in certain apps.
You can also use your fingerprint
to verify your identity when
logging in to your Samsung
account.
Note
: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique
characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the
security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint
sensor confusing even small areas of two different
fingerprints is very low.
But, in rare cases, the
sensor may recognize a fingerprint that is similar
to a registered fingerprint.
Register a Fingerprint
You can register up to 3 fingerprints. A password will
also be set up as an alternative to your fingerprint.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Finger Scanner
>
Fingerprint manager
.
3. Swipe your finger over the Home key to register
your first fingerprint or to continue to the next
screen.
Add a Fingerprint
If no fingerprints are registered, the manager
automatically opens the
Register fingerprint
screen. Otherwise:
►
Tap
Add
and follow the instructions to
register a fingerprint and password.
Rename a Fingerprint
►
Touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap
Rename
.
Delete a Fingerprint
►
Touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap
Delete
.
Change Backup Password
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Finger Scanner
>
Change backup
password
.
3. Enter your fingerprint.
4. Enter a new backup password.
Additional Settings
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Finger Scanner
for options.
•
Screen lock
: Change your Screen lock
and access Screen lock settings. For more
information, see
•
Verify Samsung account
: Verify your identity
using your fingerprint when logging in to your
Samsung account.
•
Pay with PayPal
: Link your PayPal account to
your device to make faster and more secure
PayPal payments using any of your registered
fingerprints.