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Settings : Security & location : Lock and unlock phone
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If multiple users
instead of adding multiple fingerprints to your owner profile.
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Anyone whose fingerprints are added to a user profile can unlock the phone and authorize purchases
with the associated
Add a fingerprint for each finger you want to use with the sensor:
1.
Go to
Settings
> Security & location.
2.
Touch Fingerprint and enter your pattern, PIN, or password to verify your identity.
3.
Touch Add fingerprint.
4.
Use the fingerprint sensor to scan another fingerprint.
5.
Rename each fingerprint. Touch the current name, type a name, and touch OK.
Remove a fingerprint
1.
Go to
Settings
> Security & location.
2.
Touch Fingerprint and enter your pattern, PIN, or password to verify your identity.
3.
Touch
next to the fingerprint.
Use fingerprint to unlock phone
To verify your identity when you see
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Be sure to cover
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Keep your finger still, pressing slightly.
Tip: You can temporarily tighten security by turning off fingerprint unlocking and lock screen
notifications with
Lockdown
Use fingerprint to sign in to apps
To use the fingerprint sensor with third-party apps:
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Be sure the app supports fingerprint recognition.
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Install
the app and open its settings to adjust options, like enabling fingerprint unlock.
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Consult the app's help info for more instructions.
Why am I still asked for PIN/pattern?
For maximum security, you still need to enter your pattern, PIN, or password:
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Every time you power up your phone
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When more than 72 hours have passed since you last unlocked the phone
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When you go to Settings > Security & location > Fingerprint
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When the sensor can't read the fingerprint
share the
phone, users should add their fingerprints from within their
Google account
or apps.
on the screen, touch & hold the sensor until you feel a vibration:
entirely with your finger.
mode.
163
user
profile,
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