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Settings
Set a Screen Lock
It is recommended that you secure your device using a Screen lock.
Options vary based on the screen lock type.
1.
From a Home screen, swipe up to access
Apps
.
2.
Tap
Settings
>
Lock screen and security
>
Screen lock type
to
select a screen lock and level of security:
•
Swipe
: Swipe the screen to unlock it.
•
Pattern
: Create a pattern that you draw on the screen to
unlock your device.
•
PIN
: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen.
•
Password
: Create a password for unlocking the screen.
•
None
: Do not lock the screen.
•
Face
: Use facial recognition to unlock your device.
•
Fingerprints
: Use fingerprint recognition to unlock the screen.
•
Iris
: Use iris recognition to unlock the screen.
3.
Select your notification preferences, if you choose a secured lock
screen option:
•
Tap
On/Off
to enable or disable showing notifications on the
lock screen.
•
Hide content
: Enable to hide the content of notifications.
•
Notification icons only
: Enable to hide notification details and
show only the icon.
Summary of Contents for Galaxy S8
Page 11: ...Learn about your mobile device s special features Special Features ...
Page 15: ...Set Up Your Device Learn how to set up your device for the first time ...
Page 135: ...125 Phone Apps Phone Call Hide the keypad More options Messages Voicemail ...
Page 201: ...Display Configure your display s brightness screen timeout delay and other display settings ...
Page 255: ...Other Settings Configure features on your device that make it easier to use ...
Page 258: ...Additional resources for your device Getting Help ...
Page 260: ...View legal information for your device Legal ...