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Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G / Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G - Set Up Fingerprint Recognition

2026-10-22 19:12:40.064

Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G / Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G - Set Up Fingerprint Recognition

Here's how to set up fingerprint recognition on your Galaxy Note20 5G / Galaxy Note20 Ultra 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 to access the apps screen.
    These instructions only apply to Standard mode and the default Home screen layout.
  2. Navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Security and privacy
    .
  3. Tap
    Biometrics
    .
  4. Tap
    Fingerprints
    , review the info then tap
    Continue
    .
  5. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern.
    If no screen lock is active, tap
    Continue
    , select a lock option (e.g., Pattern, PIN, Password) then follow the steps to complete the process.
    Refer to Enable / Disable / Modify Screen Lock for assistance.
  6. Review the info then tap
    Register
    .
  7. Follow the on-screen prompts to scan your fingerprint. Repeat as necessary until the process is complete.
  8. Tap
    Done
     (lower-right).
  9. Tap the
    Fingerprint unlock switch
     to turn on Switch on or off Switch off.