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    People Edge
    People edge allows you to quickly communicate with 
    contacts in your My people list.
    To use People edge:
    1. From any screen, drag the Edge panel handle to the 
    center of the screen. Swipe until the People edge 
    panel is displayed.
    2. Tap a contact, and tap  Call  o r  Message .
    To configure People edge:
    1. From any screen, drag the Edge panel handle  to the 
    center of the screen. Swipe until the People edge 
    panel is displayed.
    2. Tap  Add contact to edit the People edge.
    • To add a contact, tap  Select contact.
    • To remove a contact, tap  Delete.
    • To change the order of the contacts on the Edge 
    panel, drag each contact to the desired location.
    3. Tap  Back to save changes. 
    Edge Lighting
    Set the Edge screen to light up when you receive calls 
    or notifications while the phone is turned over.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
    2. Tap  Settings > Edge screen  > Edge lighting .
    3. Tap On/Off  to enable the feature.
    4. Choose one of the following options:
    • When screen is on : Show Edge lighting only 
    when the screen is on.
    • When screen is off : Show Edge lighting only 
    when the screen is off.
    • Always : Show Edge lighting at all times.  
    						
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    Manage Edge Lighting Notifications
    Choose which notifications will light up the Edge 
    screen.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  Settings > Edge screen  > Edge lighting .
    3. Tap Manage notifications  to choose the apps that 
    can activate Edge lighting when a notification is 
    received.
    Edge Lighting Advanced Settings
    Customize the color, width, and transparency of the 
    Edge lighting feature.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
    2. Tap  Settings > Edge screen  > Edge lighting .
    3. Tap Advanced settings  to customize:
    • Color: Choose between Basic color, App color, or 
    a Custom color.
    • Width : Drag the  Width slider to adjust the width 
    of the Edge lighting.
    • Transparency : Drag the Transparency slider to 
    adjust the transparency of the Edge lighting.
    Quick Reply
    Reject an incoming phone call with a text message by 
    placing your finger on the heart rate sensor for two 
    seconds. The call is rejected, and a preset message is 
    sent to the caller.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
    2. Tap  Settings > Edge screen .
    3. Tap Edge lighting  >  More options > Quick reply .
    • To edit the text reply, tap the default message.  
    						
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    About Edge Screen
    You can view the current software version and license 
    information for the Edge screen feature.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  Settings > Edge screen > About 
    Edge screen .
    Bixby
    Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help 
    you understand your settings and set up your Samsung 
    device.
    For more information, visit  samsung.com/us/support/
    owners/app/Bixby.
    To launch Bixby Home:
     ► Press the  Bixby key.
    – or –
    From a Home screen, swipe right.  
    						
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    Always On Display
    View missed calls and message alerts, check the time 
    and date, and view other customized information 
    without unlocking your phone.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Always On Display .
    3. Tap On/Off  to enable the feature, and then set the 
    following options:
    • Content to show : Choose to show  Home, 
    a clock, or information.
    • Clock style : Select a layout for the standby 
    screen. This option is not available if you choose 
    Home button only .
    • Show always: Enable to show the Always On 
    Display at all times.
     -Set schedule : If you disable Show always, 
    then set a schedule for when to start and 
    end Always On Display.
    • About Always On Display : View the current 
    software version and license information.
    Some display settings can appear on both the 
    Lock screen and Always On Display (AOD). For more 
    information, see  “Lock Screen and AOD Settings” on 
    page  183.
    AOD Themes
    Apply custom themes for Always On Display.
    1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
    2. Tap Wallpapers and themes  > AOD .
    • Tap an AOD to preview and download it to 
    My Always On Display
    3. Tap View all  to downloaded AODs.
    4. Tap an AOD, and then tap  Apply to apply the 
    selected AOD. 
    						
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    Face Recognition
    Use face recognition as an alternative to entering 
    passwords in certain apps.
    You can set the device to use Face Recognition to 
    unlock the screen by recognizing your face.
    • Face recognition is less secure than a pattern, PIN, 
    or password. Your device could be unlocked by 
    someone or something that looks like your image.
    • Some conditions may affect face recognition, 
    including wearing glasses, hats, beards, or heavy 
    make-up.
    • When registering your face, ensure that you are in a 
    well-lit area and the camera lens is clean.
    Register a Face
    To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a 
    pattern, PIN, or password. 
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Face recognition .
    3. Follow the prompts to register your face.
    Face Recognition
    You can configure face recognition to unlock your 
    device.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Face recognition for the following options:
    • Remove face data : Delete existing faces.
    • Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts 
    using your fingerprint.  
    						
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    • Face unlock: Tap On/Off  to enable or disable 
    face recognition security.
    • Face unlock when screen turns on : Unlock 
    your device with face recognition as soon as the 
    screen turns on.
    • Faster recognition : Turn on for faster face 
    recognition. Turn off to increase security and 
    make it harder to unlock using an image or video 
    of your likeness.
    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. Note
    : Fingerprint recognition uses the unique 
    characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the 
    security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint 
    sensor confusing even small areas of two different 
    fingerprints is very low. But in rare cases, the sensor 
    may recognize a fingerprint that is similar to a 
    registered fingerprint .
    Register a Fingerprint
    To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must 
    set a pattern, PIN, or password. You can register up to 
    three fingerprints. 
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Fingerprint scanner .
    3. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.  
    						
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    Fingerprint Verification
    Fingerprint verification can be used for other accounts 
    accessed from your device.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Fingerprint scanner  for the following options:
    • To rename a fingerprint, tap the fingerprint, 
    enter a new name, and then tap  Rename.
    • To add a fingerprint, tap  Add fingerprint and 
    follow the prompts to register a fingerprint and 
    password.
    • To delete a fingerprint, touch and hold the 
    fingerprint, and then tap  Remove. Confirm when 
    prompted.
    • Samsung Pass : Access your online accounts 
    using your fingerprint.
    • Fingerprint unlock : Tap On/Off  to enable or 
    disable fingerprint security.
    Iris Scanner
    Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering 
    passwords in certain apps. You can also use your irises 
    to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung 
    account.
    Warning : Some people may have dizziness, seizures, 
    epileptic seizures or blackouts triggered by light 
    flashes or patterns, even if they have never had a 
    seizure or blackout before. Anyone who has had a 
    seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to 
    an epileptic condition, or has a family history of such 
    symptoms or conditions, should see a doctor before 
    using the Iris scanner.
    DO NOT stare directly into the infrared iris recognition 
    LED as prolonged use can cause eye strain. Do not 
    stare at the iris recognition LED light when your eyes 
    are less than 20 cm (~8 inches) away from the device, 
    for best results keep your eyes between 25–35 cm 
    (~10–14 inches) away for optimum recognition.  
    						
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    Note: The Iris scanner is not intended to be used as a 
    medical device and the biometric data collected and 
    stored locally by the mechanism is not intended to be 
    used for any diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventative 
    purposes. Please follow all instructions for use of this 
    feature.
    For best results, remove eyeglasses and sunglasses. 
    Do not use the Iris scanner in bright sunlight or areas 
    with excessive reflected light (for example, by the pool 
    or seashore). Do not use the Iris scanner in low light. 
    Look straight at the device (not up, down or sideways), 
    and hold your head still for the scan. Tinted contact 
    lenses and surgically repaired or replaced iris lenses 
    may interfere with operation of the Iris scanner. Do not 
    walk or operate a vehicle while using the Iris scanner. 
    For more information, refer to the online support 
    content or visit  samsung.com/us/irisscanner .Register Irises
    To use your eyes to unlock your device, you must set 
    a pattern, PIN, or password. For best results, perform 
    the set up process indoors, and remove your glasses or 
    contact lenses.
    Note: To register just one of your eyes, tap the link on 
    the setup screen to register one iris.
    To register your irises:
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Iris scanner .
    3. Follow the prompts to register your irises.  
    						
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    Iris Verification
    Iris verification can be used for other accounts accessed 
    from your device.
    1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
    Iris scanner  for the following options:
    • Remove iris data : Delete existing irises.
    • Preview screen mask : Choose a mask to display 
    when using the iris scanner. 
    • Samsung Pass : Use your irises to verify your 
    identity using Internet and other supported 
    apps.
    • Iris unlock : Enable to unlock the device using 
    your irises.
    • Iris unlock when screen turns on : Unlock your 
    phone with your irises as soon as the screen 
    turns on.
    • Tips for using iris recognition : View a tutorial on 
    how to use the iris scanner.  
    						
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    Multi Window
    Multitask by using multiple applications at the same 
    time. Multi window is not available for all apps.
    Use Multi Window
    Apps that support Multi window can be displayed 
    together on a split screen. You can switch between the 
    apps and adjust the size of their display on the screen. 
    1. From any screen, touch and hold  Recent apps.
    2. Tap  Multi window  in the title bar to launch 
    an application in split screen view. Only apps 
    that support Multi window will have the 
     Multi window  icon in their title bar.
    • Recently opened apps are displayed in the 
    bottom half of the screen.
    • If there are no recently opened apps that 
    support Multi window, or if you want to choose 
    another app, tap  App list.
    3. Tap an app to add it to the split screen view.
    Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.  
    						
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