Set A Screen Lock - Samsung GALAXY S7 User Manual

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, tap
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock type to select a screen
lock and level of security:
•
Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This option provides no
security.
•
Pattern: Create a pattern that you draw on the screen to unlock
your device. This option provides medium security.
•
PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. This option
provides medium to high security.
•
Password: Create a password for unlocking the screen. This
option provides high security.
•
None: Do not lock the screen.
•
Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition to unlock the screen.
3. Select your notification preferences, if you choose a secured lock
screen option:
•
Show content
•
Hide content
•
Do not show notifications
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