Method and apparatus for recognizing fingerprint
US9996759B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V40/67
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for recognizing a fingerprint. The method includes displaying a guide area corresponding to a finger touch in at least one area of a display unit; and providing guide information related to fingerprint recognition based on a touch detected via the guide area. The apparatus includes a display unit configured to display a guide area corresponding to a finger touch in at least one area in a fingerprint mode; an input unit configured to detect a touch input, wherein the input unit is integrally configured with the display unit; a fingerprint scan sensor located in an area adjacent to the guide area of the display unit; and a controller configured to provide guide information related to fingerprint recognition based on a touch detected via the guide area in the fingerprint mode.
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