User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series User manual
- Contents
- Getting started
- Camera and Gallery
- Apps
- Settings
- Access Settings
- Connections
- Sounds and vibration
- Notifications
- Display
- Lock screen and security
- Screen lock types
- Find My Mobile
- Google Play Protect
- Security update
- Permission manager
- Controls and alerts
- Samsung Privacy
- Google Privacy
- Samsung Pass
- Secure Folder
- Private Share
- Install unknown apps
- Encrypt SD card
- Password for factory data reset
- Set up SIM card lock
- View passwords
- Device administration
- Credential storage
- Advanced security settings
- Location
- Accounts
- Device maintenance
- Accessibility
- Other settings
- Learn more
- Legal information
Fingerprint 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. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a
pattern, PIN, or password.
1.
From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints.
2. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.
Fingerprint management
Add, delete, and rename fingerprints.
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From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints for the
following options:
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The list of registered fingerprints is at the top of this list. You can tap a
fingerprint to remove or rename it.
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Add fingerprint: Simply follow the prompts to register another fingerprint.
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Check added fingerprints: Scan your fingerprint to see if it has been
registered.
Fingerprint verification settings
Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions.
◌
From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints.
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Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your
device.
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Fingerprint always on: Scan your fingerprint even when the screen is off.
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Tap to show icon when screen off: Show the fingerprint icon when the screen
isoff.
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Show animation when unlocking: Show an animation when you use
fingerprint verification.
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About fingerprints: Learn additional information about securing your device
with fingerprints.
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Getting started