Lock screen and security
You can secure your device and protect your data by setting a screen lock.
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Password for factory data reset
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Screen lock types
You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high, medium, or no
security: Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None.
NOTE
Biometric locks are also available to protect access to your device and
sensitive data on your device. For more information, see
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Set a secure screen lock
It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern,
PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks.
1. From Settings, tap
Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen
lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password).
2. Tap
to enable showing notifications on the lock screen. The following
options are available:
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Hide content: Do not show notifications in the Notification panel.
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Notifications to show:
Choose which notifications to show on the Lock screen.
3. Tap Done to exit the menu.
4. Configure the following screen lock options:
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Smart Lock: Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or
other devices have been detected. A
secure screen lock is required for this
feature.
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Secure lock settings: Customize your secure lock settings. A secure screen
lock is required for this feature.
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