16Securing Your PhoneBy default, the phone locks automatically when the screentimes out, or you can lock it manually. You can unlock thephone using the default Lock screen or, for increasedsecurity, your can use a password.(For more information about creating and enabling a Screenunlock pattern, see “Lock Screen” on page 124.)Note: Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manualstart with the phone unlocked, at the Home screen.Locking the Phone Manually Press the Power/Lock key on the top right sideof the phone. The screen darkens.Unlocking the PhoneFor information on unlocking your phone, see “UnlockingYour Phone” on page 15.Unlocking with a Personal Screen Unlock Pattern1. Press the Power/Lock key to wake thescreen.2. Draw your personal unlock pattern on the screen.(For more information, see “Lock Screen” on page 124.)Unlocking with a Password1. Press the Power/Lock key to wake thescreen.2. Enter your Password.(For more information, see “Lock Screen” on page 124.)