Huawei P20 User Manual page 34

Set a pattern: Unlock your device by drawing a preset pattern on the screen. For better security,
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use a pattern that includes overlapping line segments. Go to Password > Pattern and draw the
same pattern twice. The pattern must connect at least 4 dots.
Set a password: A password made up of numbers, letters, and special characters is more secure
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than a PIN or pattern. For better security, use a password with 8 or more characters that includes
numbers, letters, and special characters. Please memorise the password so that you don't get locked
out of your device if you forget it. Go to Password > Password, follow the prompts to set up a
password, then touch OK.
Unlock your device using a smart band: If your device supports unlocking with a smart band,
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the screen will automatically light up when the band comes within 80 cm of your device. Swiping
on the screen will instantly unlock the device. Touch Smart unlock, and follow the onscreen
prompts to complete the setup.
Unlock your device using a fingerprint: If your device supports fingerprint unlock, this is the
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recommended unlock method. Using a fingerprint is a secure and quick way to unlock the
device. After setting a lock screen password, touch Enrol in the dialog box that pops up and
follow the onscreen prompts to enrol your fingerprints.
For security reasons, please do not disable the lock screen password: A lock screen
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password prevents unauthorised access to your device. For the security of your device, do not
select None as the screen lock method.
Regular password prompts help you to remember your password: If you have not
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entered your screen lock password for 3 days, the system will require that you enter the
password to unlock your device.
Lock the Screen to Quickly Secure Your Phone
If you don't use your Phone for a set period of time, the screen will turn off and lock. As long as the
screen stays on, you can use your Phone without needing to unlock the screen. Lock your screen
when you are not using your Phone to protect your privacy and prevent mistaken inputs.
Set a lock screen password to help protect your privacy. You can lock your device in the following
ways:
Lock the screen instantly with the Power button: Press the Power button to lock the screen at
any time.
Lock the screen with one-touch screen lock: Pinch two fingers together on the home screen to
enter the editing screen. Touch Widgets > Screen Lock and add the Screen Lock widget to your
home screen. This helps reduce wear and tear on your power button. After leaving the home screen
editing mode, touch the Screen Lock widget to instantly lock your screen. To lock your screen this
way, first switch to the home screen page where the Screen Lock widget is located.
Home Screen
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