How to Registering Fingerprints on Galaxy S8
Fingerprint recognition or fingerprint authentication is the automated method of verifying a match between two human fingerprints. Fingerprints are one of many forms of biometrics used to identify individuals and verify their identity. After registering, you can set the device to use your S8 fingerprint features below:- Screen lock
- Web sign-in
- Verify Samsung account
- Secure Folder
- Samsung Pay
- This Galaxy S8 Edge feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the Galaxy S8 fingerprint sensor confusing two different fingerprints is very low. However, in rare cases where separate fingerprints are very similar the sensor may recognise them as identical.
- If you use your fingerprint as a screen lock method, your fingerprint cannot be used to unlock the screen when turning on the device. To use the device, you must unlock the screen using a pattern, PIN, or password you set when registering the fingerprint. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or password.
- If your fingerprint is not recognised, unlock the device using the pattern, PIN, or password you set when registering the fingerprint, and then re-register your fingerprints. If your pattern, PIN, or password is forgotten, you will not be able to use the device if you do not reset it. Samsung is not responsible for any data loss or inconvenience caused by forgotten unlock codes
Samsung Galaxy S8 Tutorial For Better Fingerprint Recognition
When you scan your fingerprints on the Galaxy S8, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance:
- The Home key Galaxy S8 contains a fingerprint recognition sensor. Ensure that the Home key is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces.
- The screen protector supplied with the device may cause the fingerprint recognition sensor to malfunction. Remove the screen protector to improve fingerprint sensitivity.
- Ensure that the fingerprint recognition area and your fingers are clean and dry.
- The device may not recognise fingerprints that are affected by wrinkles or scars.
- The device may not recognise fingerprints from small or thin fingers.
- To improve recognition performance, register fingerprints of the hand used most often to perform tasks on the device.
- In dry environments, static electricity can build up in the device. Avoid using this feature in dry environments or before using the feature, discharge static electricity by touching a metal object.
Galaxy S8 Tutorial Registering fingerprints
Here is fingerprints tutorial on Galaxy S8 :
- On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
- Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. If you have not set a screen lock method, create one.
- Place your finger on the Home key.
- After the device detects your finger, lift it up and place it on the Home key again.
When a fingerprint lock pop-up window appears, tap ENABLE to use your fingerprint to unlock the screen.
How to Delete fingerprints?
If gor Galaxy S8 problems or need to sell or giveaway, you can delete registered fingerprints.
- On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
- Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
- Tap EDIT.
- Tick fingerprints to delete and tap REMOVE.
- On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
- Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
- Tap the Verify Samsung account switch to activate it.
- Sign in to your Samsung account.
You can use your fingerprints to sign in to webpages that support password saving. This Galaxy S8 feature is only available for webpages that you access via the Internet app.
- On the Apps screen, tap Galaxy S8 Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
- Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
- Tap the Web sign-in switch to activate it.
- Open a webpage that you want to sign in to with a fingerprint.
- Enter your user name and password, and then tap the webpage’s sign in button.
- Tick Sign in using biometrics next time and tap REMEMBER.
Using fingerprints with Samsung Pay
You can use fingerprints with Samsung Pay to make payments quickly and securely. Read the Samsung Pay manual first. Samsung Pay may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Unlocking the screen with fingerprints
You can unlock Galaxy S8 screen with your fingerprint instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
- On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.
- Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
- Tap the Fingerprint unlock switch to activate it.
- On the locked screen, place your finger on the Home key and scan your fingerprint.
Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty. Advertisement