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Personal Settings
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Lock Screen and Security Settings
The lock screen settings let you set your method for unlocking your phone, customize lock screen
options, determine whether to show tips for unlocking the phone, and enter your owner information to be
displayed on the lock screen.
The Security settings let you set encryption options, password visibility, administrator settings, and
credential storage options.
Access Lock Screen and Security Settings
■ From the home screen, tap
Apps
>
Settings
>
Lock screen and security
.
The Lock screen and security settings menu allows you to configure the following options:
Category
Description
Screen lock type
Increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock.
Info and app shortcuts
Show the dual clock, owner’s information, or app shortcuts on the lock
screen.
Notifications on lock
screen
Enable notifications to be displayed on the lock screen.
Secure lock settings
Set your secure lock functions.
Fingerprints
Secure your phone using fingerprint recognition.
Irises
Secure your phone using iris recognition.
Unknown sources
Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google Play
store app.
Secure Folder
Lock your private content and apps to enhance security.
Secure startup
Protect your device by using a screen lock when your device turns on.
Encrypt SD card
Protect your SD card (not included) by encrypting its data.
Other security settings
Configure settings for encryption, password visibility, security updates,
credentials, and other security features.