Change Screen Lock Type on my Galaxy Device

Last Update date : 2023-02-23

Want to change your screen lock type on your Galaxy device from a Pattern to a PIN, or Password to Swipe but not too sure how? Simply follow the below steps for more information.

Setting up/Changing lockscreen:

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Step.1:Launch the Settings app > Lock Screen.

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Step.2: Select Screen lock type.

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Step.3: Enter in your security PIN, Pattern or Password.

Then choose your new Screen Lock Type Then choose your new Screen Lock Type

Step.4: Then choose your new Screen Lock Type.

Enter and reconfirm your new lock screen passcode Enter and reconfirm your new lock screen passcode

Step.5: Enter and reconfirm your new lock screen passcode.

You will then be able to unlock your device using the newly set passcode You will then be able to unlock your device using the newly set passcode

Step.6: You will then be able to unlock your device using the newly set passcode.

Note: If you no longer wish to use a screen lock type simply search 'Swipe'.

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