Set A Fingerprint Screen Lock - Samsung Galaxy S5 User Manual

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Show date: Enable or display the display of the current date on the lock screen.
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Camera shortcut: When enabled, a shortcut to Camera displays on the lock screen. You can
drag the Camera shortcut to unlock the screen and launch the Camera in one step. Note that
Camera is the only app you can access with this method; you will need to enter your screen
unlock to unlock the screen.
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Owner information: Enter owner information text, and then tap the checkbox to control
whether it displays on the lock screen.
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Additional information: Choose whether to display weather information or information from
S Health when Walking mode is enabled in the S Health app.
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Lock automatically: Choose whether the screen will lock automatically immediately after the
screen turns off (dims), or choose a time interval to delay locking. During the time interval,
your phone will still be unlocked, but the screen will be dim.
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Lock instantly with power key: When enabled, pressing the Power key locks the screen
instantly.

Set a Fingerprint Screen Lock

With a Fingerprint screen lock, you can use your fingerprint to unlock the screen, or for other purposes
you decide. Fingerprint recognition provides a lower level of security than a password.
Follow the onscreen instructions to register your fingerprint. If other apps support the use of your
fingerprint for security, you can select that option in the app.
1. From home, tap
2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock > Fingerprint, and then follow the prompts to register your
fingerprints. You must swipe the pad of your finger across the Home key multiple times, to allow
your phone to store your fingerprint.
3. When you have a Fingerprint screen lock set, you can also configure these options:
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Dual clock: Display the time in your home city and in your current location when your phone
is roaming.
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Clock size: Choose the size of clock displayed on the lock screen.
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Show date: Enable or display the display of the current date on the lock screen.

Camera shortcut: When enabled, a shortcut to Camera displays on the lock screen. You can
drag the Camera shortcut to unlock the screen and launch the Camera in one step. Note that
Camera is the only app you can access with this method; you will need to enter your screen
unlock to unlock the screen.
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Owner information: Enter owner information text, and then tap the checkbox to control
whether it displays on the lock screen.
Settings
Apps > Settings.
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