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Samsung Galaxy S10 5G - Set Up Fingerprint Recognition

2026-10-22 20:58:48.045

Samsung Galaxy S10 5G - Set Up Fingerprint Recognition

Here's how to setup fingerprint lock for your Galaxy S10 5G.
  • A fingerprint is utilized to unlock the device.
  • For the fingerprint scanner to operate, hands must be clean and free of moisture, dirt, oil, lotion, dyes, etc.
  • Up to 4 fingerprints can be registered on the device.
  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
    Fingerprints
    .
  4. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern then tap
    Continue
    .
    If no screen lock is active, set up a lock option (e.g., pattern, PIN or password).
  5. Follow the on-screen tutorial to scan your fingerprint.
    Repeat as needed until the process is complete.
  6. Tap
    Done
     (lower-right).
  7. Tap the
    Fingerprint unlock switch
     to turn on Switch on or off Switch off.