Samsung Galaxy S5 User Manual page 82

Using Swipe
This feature is the least secure locking method and only requires that a user swipe the screen to unlock the device.
1. From the main Settings page, tap My device tab g Lock screen.
2. Tap Screen lock g Swipe.
Lock screen options
Activate or deactivates various Unlock screen functions.
Note: The Lock screen options will differ depending on what type of Screen Lock you have selected.
1. From the Lock screen, assign a Screen lock mode.
2. Configure one of the following options. They are dependant on the Screen Lock type that you have
selected.
Note: Depending on the screen lock option that is assigned, these options can change.
● Dual clock displays a dual clock on your lock screen when roaming.
● Clock size allows you to select the size of the clock that will appear on your lock screen.
● Show date displays the date on your lock screen.
● Camera shortcut displays a camera shortcut icon on your lock screen.
● Owner information displays information about you, that you want to be displayed on the lock screen.
● Unlock effect sets the effect you receive when unlocking the phone. You can select None, Particles, Stone
skipping, Watercolor, or RIpple.
● Additional information displays Weather on Walking mate (from S Health app) information on your lock
screen.
● Help text shows help information on the Lock screen (Swipe option only).
● Make pattern visible allows you to see the pattern as you draw it.
● Lock automatically allows you to set a time‑out for lock screen.
● Lock instantly with power key allows you to lock the screen by pressing
● Vibration feedback causes your phone to vibrate if you enter a wrong pattern (Pattern and Fingerprint
options only).
Setting an Unlock Pattern
Creating a screen unlock pattern increases security on the phone. When you enable the User visible pattern field,
you will draw an unlock pattern on the screen whenever you want to unlock the phone's buttons or touch screen.
When you activate the User tactile feedback field, you feel vibration as feedback while drawing the pattern.
The feature is now paired with a backup PIN code that acts as a backup to the pattern lock. If you forget your
pattern, you can regain access to the device by entering a PIN code.
Note: Make sure the Require Pattern field is activated.
1. From the Lock screen, tap Screen lock g Pattern.
2. Draw your pattern by touching your first on‑screen point. Then, without removing your finger from the
screen, drag your finger over adjacent points until the gray trace line overlaps each point and they are
highlighted with a green circle.
3. When you have connected at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal or diagonal direction, lift your finger
from the screen and tap Continue.
4. Confirm the new pattern by redrawing it and then tapping Confirm. The Unlock pattern is set.
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5. Enter the backup PIN code and tap Continue.
6. Reenter the PIN to reconfirm the previous entry and
tap OK.
Changing the Screen Lock Pattern
This feature allows you to change the previously stored unlock pattern and update it if necessary. This process is
similar to changing your password from time to time.
1. From the Lock screen, tap Screen lock.
2. Retrace your current pattern on the screen.
3. Tap Pattern and repeat steps 3 ‑ 7 from the previous section.
Deleting the Screen Lock Pattern
1. From the Lock screen, tap Screen lock.
2. Retrace your current pattern on the screen.
3. Tap None.
What If I Forget my Pattern?
If you forget your device's lock pattern, you can unlock your device or reset it using your Google™ Account
credentials. When you enter the wrong unlock pattern too many times, you should see an option at the bottom of
the screen that says Forgot pattern? Follow these steps to use either your PIN or email address.
Important! You can only enter an incorrect lock pattern 5 times before the device is locked.
Important! If you are unsuccessful in retrieving your lock pattern or unlocking your device, please contact
customer service for assistance.
To unlock your device with a PIN code:
1. Tap Backup PIN (located at the bottom of the screen).
2. Scroll down and tap the Type PIN code field and use the on‑screen keypad to enter the backup PIN code
you setup when you created your lock pattern.
3. Tap Done.
Power/End 4. If you have forgotten your current pattern, tap Pattern from the Screen unlock settings menu and follow
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the procedures outlined in see "Setting an Unlock Pattern" on page 82.
To unlock your device using your Google account:
1. Tap Forgot pattern? (located at the bottom of the screen).
2. Tap the Username (email) and Password fields, use the on‑screen keyboard to enter your Google Account
credentials, and tap Sign in to complete the login process.
3. If you have forgotten your Google Account credentials, visit the Google website to recover them. If you still
cannot get your Google Account credentials, contact your wireless carrier for additional options.