Samsung SM-A300HZWDKSA manual Changing the screen lock method, Easy mode, Pattern, Password

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Personalising

Changing the screen lock method

You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal information.

On the Apps screen, tap Settings →Lock screen →Screen lock, and then select a screen lock method. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.

Pattern

Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.

PIN

A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Password

A password consists of characters and numbers. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Easy mode

Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on the Home screen. You can access the most popular apps and frequently-used settings, and add shortcuts to your favourite contacts.

On the Apps screen, tap Settings →Easy mode, and then tap Easy mode switch to activate it.

To return to standard mode, open the Home screen and tap Easy settings →Easy mode, and then tap Easy mode switch to deactivate it.

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Contents SM-A300F/DS SM-A300F SM-A300H/DS SM-A300H Table of Contents Messages & email Read me first Instructional icons Getting started Package contentsDevice layout Buttons Dual SIM models Single SIM models Using the SIM or Usim card and batteryInstalling the SIM or Usim card Dual SIM models Single SIM models Getting started Insert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot Removing the SIM or Usim card Switching between cards Using dual SIM or Usim cards dual SIM modelsActivating SIM or Usim cards Changing the display name and icon of SIM or Usim cardsCharging the battery Reducing the battery consumption Installing a memory card Using a memory cardFormatting the memory card Removing the memory cardLocking and unlocking the screen Turning the device on and offTapping Using the touch screenBasics Double-tapping Tapping and holdingDragging Spreading and pinching FlickingHome screen Home screen layoutHome screen options Apps screen Icon Meaning Indicator iconsNotifications panel Using the notifications panelUsing the quick setting buttons Rearranging quick setting buttonsOpening apps Installing or uninstalling appsSamsung Galaxy Apps Closing an appUninstalling or disabling apps Installing appsPlay Store Managing appsKeyboard layout Entering textEnabling apps Changing the input languageChanging the keyboard layout Using additional keyboard functionsCopying and pasting My Files Screen captureViewing help information Power saving featureNetwork connectivity Wi-FiMobile data Tap ConnectAbout tethering and mobile hotspots Using the mobile hotspotTethering and Mobile hotspot Using Bluetooth tethering Using USB tetheringTick Bluetooth tethering Tick USB tetheringManaging the Home screen PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screens Managing panels Managing the Apps screenChanging the sorting method Hiding appsChanging ringtones Setting wallpaper and ringtonesSetting wallpaper Password Easy modeChanging the screen lock method PatternTransferring data from your previous device Setting up accountsMaking calls PhoneTap Keypad Making calls from call logs or contacts listMaking an international call Options during calls Receiving callsDuring a video call Adding contacts ContactsMoving contacts from other devices Creating contacts manuallyTap →Add shortcut to home screen Searching for contactsAdding shortcuts for contacts to the Home screen Messages Messages & emailSending messages Dual SIM modelsViewing incoming messages Sending emails Setting up email accountsReading emails Taking photos or recording videos CameraBasic shooting Camera etiquette Launching Camera on the locked screenAuto Shooting modesBeauty face PanoramaTap →Wide selfie Wide selfieRear-cam selfie HDR Rich tone Continuous shotNight Animated GIFCamera settings Camera Gallery Viewing content on the deviceCreating events or tasks Useful apps and featuresPlanner Syncing events and tasks with your accounts InternetPlaying videos VideoSetting alarms AlarmStopping alarms Deleting alarmsWorld clock TimerStopwatch Creating clocksMemo CalculatorComposing memos Searching for memosPlaying voice memos Voice RecorderRecording voice memos Listening to the FM radio RadioScanning radio stations Google appsPlay Movies & TV Google SettingsPlay Books Play NewsstandPairing with other Bluetooth devices BluetoothAbout Bluetooth Receiving an image Sending and receiving dataSending an image Unpairing Bluetooth devices Wi-Fi DirectAbout Wi-Fi Direct Connecting to other devicesEnding the device connection About NFC NFC NFC-enabled modelsUsing the NFC feature Sending data Making a purchase with the NFC featureAbout Screen Mirroring Screen MirroringViewing content on a TV Printing content Connecting to a printerMobile printing Adding printer plug-insUpgrading the device Device & data managerUpgrading over the air Upgrading with Samsung KiesConnecting with Samsung Kies Connecting as a media deviceTransferring files between the device and a computer Device MTPUsing a Google account Performing a data resetTap Backup and reset and tick Back up my data Backing up and restoring dataAbout Settings SettingsWi-Fi Setting Wi-Fi sleep policyFlight mode BluetoothTethering and Mobile hotspot Data usageLocation SIM card manager dual SIM modelsDefault messaging app NFC NFC-enabled modelsScreen Mirroring PrintingMobile networks SoundWallpaper Screen modeDisplay Themes Lock screenCall Answering/ending callsRingtones and keypad tones Additional settingsApplication manager Easy mode Backup and resetAccessibility Add accountSettings Language and input DefaultLanguage Samsung keyboardGoogle voice typing Date and time AccessoriesText-to-speech options Pointer speedBattery Ultra power saving modeStorage SecurityAbout device Set up SIM card lockYour device displays network or service error messages TroubleshootingTouch screen responds slowly or improperly Sound echoes during a call Your device is hot to the touch Another Bluetooth device is not located Data stored in the device has 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