Basics45Changing the screen lock methodTo change the screen lock method, launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen and security →Screen lock type, and then select a method.When you set a pattern, PIN, password, face, or fingerprint for the screen lock method, youcan protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device. Aftersetting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it.• Swipe: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.• Pattern: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.• PIN: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.• Password: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlockthe screen.• None: Do not set a screen lock method.• Face: Register your face to unlock the screen. Refer to Face recognition for moreinformation.• Fingerprints: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprintrecognition for more information.You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock codeincorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the Settingsapp, tap Lock screen and security → Secure lock settings, and then tap the Autofactory reset switch to activate it.
