Use A Screen Unlock Pin; Use A Screen Unlock Password - Samsung galaxy S6 User Manual

The screen lock is set.
If you fail to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen after five attempts, you will be
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prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again.
Note: If you do not want the unlock pattern to display on the screen when you unlock it, from home,
tap Apps > Settings
tap On/Off next to Make pattern visible to turn it off.
Note: To change your unlock screen pattern, from home, tap Apps
Screen and Security

Use a Screen Unlock PIN

1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap PIN.
2. Enter a PIN, tap Continue, re-enter your PIN, and tap OK to save the setting.
The screen lock is set
If you fail to enter the correct PIN after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30
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seconds before you can try again.

Use a Screen Unlock Password

1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Password.
2. Enter a password with at least 4 characters, including at least one letter, tap Continue, and then
enter your password again to confirm it.
The screen lock is set.
If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30
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seconds before you can try again.
Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you
use the screen unlock password (highest security). It is also recommended that you frequently
change your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data.
Use a Fingerprint Screen Lock
With a Fingerprint screen lock, swipe your finger over the Home key.
Note: Before using the Fingerprint screen lock option, you will need to register your fingerprint on
your phone.
1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Fingerprints.
2. Follow the prompts to set up your fingerprints.
Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the
security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor confusing even small areas of two
Settings
> Lock Screen and Security
> Screen lock type.
> Secure lock settings, and then
> Settings > Lock
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