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Samsung Galaxy A20 - Set Up Face Recognition

2026-10-22 20:03:16.222

Samsung Galaxy A20 - Set Up Face Recognition

Here's how to set up facial recognition to unlock your Galaxy A20.
  • 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 dependant upon the policies of your IT admin.
  1. From a Home screen, swipe up 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 or Password) then follow the steps to complete the process.
        If necessary, refer to Set Up Screen Lock for assistance.
      2. From the 'Face recognition' screen, select
        Continue
        .
      3. From the 'Do you wear glasses?' screen, 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. From the 'Face recognition' screen, tap the
        switch
         to turn each option on Switch on or off Switch off then tap
        OK
         (bottom).
        • Face unlock
          When on, device will unlock with a recognized face.
        • Stay on Lock screen until swipe
          Once unlocked, remain on the lock screen until you swipe.
        • Faster recognition
          When off, greater security is provided making it harder to unlock your phone using an image or video.
        • Require open eyes
          For added security, only recognize your face when your eyes are open.
        • Brighten screen
          Temporarily increases screen brightness to improve facial recognition in the dark.
        • Samsung Pass
          Use face recognition with supported apps.
    • To remove face data:
      1. From the Face recognition menu, tap
        Remove face data
        .
      2. To confirm, review the disclaimer then tap
        Remove
        .