Set A Pattern Screen Lock; Set A Pin Screen Lock - Samsung GALAXY S4 User Manual

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Lock automatically: Lock the screen automatically when the screen times out, or after a
period of time you set.
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Lock instantly with power key: Press the Power/Lock Key to lock the screen.

Set a Pattern Screen Lock

When a Pattern screen lock is set, you draw a pattern, which you create, on the screen to unlock the
device. You will also set a PIN to use as a backup, in case you forget the pattern.
1. Press and tap
2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock.
3. Tap Pattern, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock pattern.
Configure Pattern Screen Lock Options
When you select a Pattern screen lock, you can also configure options to display on the lock screen:
1. Press and tap
2. Tap Lock screen, and then configure these options under the Secured with pattern heading:
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Lock screen widgets: Display shortcuts to your favorite apps and the camera, a clock or
personal message, a dual clock, the date, and owner information on the lock screen.
• Favorite apps or Camera: Tap the ON/OFF switch to display your favorite apps or
camera shortcuts on the lock screen (the "Multiple widgets" setting must first be enabled).
Tap Favorite apps or Camera for options.
• Clock or personal message: Display a clock or personal message widget on the lock
screen. Clock options: Dual clock (display a dual clock when roaming), Clock size, Show
date, and Owner information. Personal message options: Edit personal message.
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Make pattern visible: If you chose a pattern unlock to back up your Face unlock, display the
pattern briefly as you draw it.
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Lock automatically: Lock the screen automatically when the screen times out, or after a
period of time you set.
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Lock instantly with power key: Press the Power/Lock Key to lock the screen.

Set a PIN Screen Lock

With a PIN screen lock, you enter a Personal Identification Number, which you create, on the screen to
unlock the device.
1. Press and tap
2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock.
3. Tap PIN, and then follow the prompts to create or change your screen unlock PIN.
Settings
> Settings > My device.
> Settings > My device.
> Settings > My device.
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