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Samsung Galaxy Note9 - Set Up Face Recognition

2026-10-22 21:03:33.424

Samsung Galaxy Note9 - Set Up Face Recognition

Here's how to set up a facial recognition scan to access your Galaxy Note9.
  • Facial recognition is utilized to unlock the device.
  • For optimal performance, ensure you are indoors or away from direct sunlight.
  • If synced to a corporate exchange account, the availability of this option is dependent upon the policies of your IT admin.
  1. From a Home screen, swipe up or down from the center of the display to access the apps screen.
    These instructions only apply to Standard mode and the default Home screen layout.
  2. Navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Biometrics and security
    .
  3. Tap
    Face Recognition
    .
    If presented, enter the current PIN, password, or pattern.
  4. Perform one of the following:
    • For first time setup:
      1. If presented, select a lock screen option (e.g., Pattern, PIN, Password) then follow the steps to complete the process.
        If necessary, refer to Set Up Screen Lock for assistance.
      2. Review the info then tap
        Continue
        .
        Tap
        More about face recognition
         for more details.
      3. Review the info, select Yes or No then tap
        Continue
        .
      4. While holding the phone 8-20 inches away, position your face within the square displayed on-screen.
      5. If prompted, review the info then tap
        Continue
        .
      6. From the 'Stay on Lock screen' prompt, tap the
        switch
         to turn on Switch on or off Switch off then tap
        Done
        .
      7. From the Face recognition screen, tap the following to turn on or off:
        • Faster recognition
          When off, greater security is provided making it harder to unlock your phone using an image or video.
        • Require open eyes
        • Brighten screen
    • To remove face data:
      1. Tap
        Remove face data
        .
      2. To confirm, review the info then tap
        Remove
        .