Set A Screen Lock - Samsung GALAXY S8 User Manual

Set a Screen Lock

It is recommended that you secure your device using a
Screen lock.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap Settings > Lock screen and security >
Screen lock type to select a screen lock and level
of security:
Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it.
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Pattern: Create a pattern that you draw on the
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screen to unlock your device.
PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen.
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• Password: Create a password for unlocking the
screen.
• None: Do not lock the screen.
Face: Use facial recognition to unlock your
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device.
Settings
Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition to
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unlock the screen.
Iris: Use iris recognition to unlock the screen.
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3. Select your notification preferences, if you choose a
secured lock screen option:
• Tap On/Off to enable or disable showing
notifications on the lock screen.
Hide content: Enable to hide the content of
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notifications.
Notification icons only: Enable to hide
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notification details and show only the icon.
4. Choose a screen lock option:
Smart Lock: Unlock your mobile device
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automatically when trusted locations or other
devices have been detected. A secure screen
lock is required for this feature.
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