Basics
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You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your
personal information.
On the Apps screen, tap
Settings
→
Lock screen
→
Screen lock type
, and then select a
screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.
•
If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
reset it.
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You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. On the Apps screen,
tap
Settings
→
Lock screen
→
Auto factory reset
and tap the switch to activate
it.
Swipe
Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.
Pattern
Draw a pattern by connecting three blocks or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify
it.
PIN
A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter four numbers, and then enter the password again to
verify it.
Password
A password consists of characters and numbers. Enter at least four characters including
numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.
None
Do not set a screen lock method.