Dr Denise M Robinson

iPhone: Set Up Face ID, Touch ID, and Passcode with VoiceOver

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Set Up iPhone Security with VoiceOver using Face ID
Set Up iPhone Security with VoiceOver using Face ID

Goal

Student independently sets up device security and understands how to authenticate downloads. This lesson will help you Set Up iPhone Security with VoiceOver for a more accessible and safe experience.

PART 1: Set Up a Passcode (Must Be Done First before you can acquire apps)

Face ID and Touch ID require a passcode.

Step 1: Open Settings

Press and hold Side button.

Say:

“Open Settings.”

Step 2: Go to Face ID & Passcode

(Or Touch ID & Passcode on older phones)

• Flick right until you hear:
“Face ID & Passcode”
• Double-tap.

If it says “Turn Passcode On,” double-tap.

Step 3: Create a Passcode

You will hear:

“Enter a six-digit passcode.”

• Double-tap each number
OR
• Use braille display if connected

Enter code twice.

Choose a code the student can remember but others cannot guess.

Teach:
Do not use birthdays.

Passcode is now active.

PART 2: Set Up Face ID (Newer Phones)

Step 1: In Face ID & Passcode Menu

• Flick right to “Set Up Face ID”
• Double-tap.

VoiceOver will guide.

Step 2: Position Face

If by yourself, place phone on your forehead then move straight back

Hold phone at arm’s length.

VoiceOver says:

“Move iPhone lower/higher.”

Follow instructions.

Rotate head slowly in circle.

Complete two scans.

Face ID is now enabled.

Step 3: Turn On for App Store

Still inside Face ID settings:

Ensure toggles are ON for:

• iPhone Unlock
• App Store
• Password AutoFill

Double-tap to toggle if needed.

PART 3: Set Up Touch ID (Older Phones)

Step 1: Go to Touch ID & Passcode

• Double-tap “Add a Fingerprint.”

Step 2: Place Finger on Home Button

Lift and rest repeatedly.

VoiceOver will say:

“Adjust your grip.”

Continue until complete.

Step 3: Enable for App Store

Ensure toggle for:

“iTunes & App Store”

is ON.

PART 4: How Authentication Works During Downloads

When downloading an app:

If Face ID is enabled:

• Double-click Side button
• Look at phone

VoiceOver says:
“Face ID successful.”

If Touch ID:

• Rest registered finger on Home button

If Passcode:

• Enter six-digit code

Download begins.

Practice Drill

Have student:

  1. Lock phone
  2. Unlock with Face ID or Touch ID
  3. Open App Store
  4. Attempt free app download
  5. Complete authentication

Repeat until smooth.

Teaching Notes

Teach this clearly:

Authentication = Protection.

It protects:

• Money
• Private data
• Email
• Contacts

Students must understand it is a safety tool.

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