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Private Mode Settings
Private mode secures your personal content and keeps it hidden on your device. Private mode is
available for certain applications, including Gallery, Video, Music, Voice Recorder, and My Files.
When Private mode is enabled, you can select items you want to mark as private.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Private mode
. When you access Private mode
the first time, you’ll be prompted to set
up a secure screen unlock, such as Pattern, PIN, or Password.
To turn off Private mode, you can use the
ON/OFF
switch in Settings, or turn it off on the
Notification Panel.
For more information about using Private mode, tap
More options
>
Help
.
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.
Register a Fingerprint
You can register up to 3 fingerprints. A password will also set up as an alternative to your fingerprint.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Finger Scanner
>
Fingerprint manager
.
Note
: The first time you access Fingerprint manager, you will need to read a disclaimer and tap
OK
to
continue.
To add a fingerprint, tap
Add
and follow the instructions to register a fingerprint and
password.
To rename a fingerprint, touch and hold the fingerprint, and then touch
Edit
.
To delete a fingerprint, touch and hold the fingerprint, and then touch
Delete
.
Change Your Backup Password
1. From a Home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Finger Scanner
>
Change backup password
.