Use fingerprint ID

Use fingerprint ID

You can use your fingerprint ID to unlock the screen, automatically enter account numbers and passwords, or access private information such as the App Lock.

Enroll a Fingerprint

Go to Settings > Biometrics & password > Fingerprint ID and follow the instructions to set or enter the lock screen password.
Touch New fingerprint to begin enrolling your fingerprint.
Place your fingertip on the fingerprint sensor. When you feel a vibration, lift your finger then press again. Move your finger around to enroll different parts of it.
When the enrollment has been completed, touch OK.

You can now place your finger on the fingerprint sensor to unlock the screen.

Rename or Delete a Fingerprint

Go to Settings > Biometrics & password > Fingerprint ID and enter your lock screen password.
In the Fingerprint list section, touch an enrolled fingerprint to rename or delete it.

Identify a Fingerprint

Fingerprint identification allows you to match your fingers with the enrolled fingerprints.

Go to Settings > Biometrics & password > Fingerprint ID and enter your lock screen password.
In the Fingerprint list section, touch Identify fingerprint.
Touch the fingerprint sensor with your finger. The recognized fingerprint will be highlighted.

Use Your Fingerprint to Access a Locked App

Go to Settings > Biometrics & password > Fingerprint ID and enter your lock screen password.
Turn on the switch for Access App Lock and follow the onscreen instructions to link your fingerprint with App Lock.

You can now touch a locked app on your home screen and use your fingerprint to access it.