Samsung SM-A720FZKDXXV manual Lock screen, Changing the screen lock method, Icon Meaning, Basics

Basics

Icon Meaning

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery charging

Battery power level

Lock screen

Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

The screen is locked with Swipe, the default screen lock method.

Press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction to unlock the screen.

Changing the screen lock method

To change the screen lock method, launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen and security → Screen lock type, and then select a method.

When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprint for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device. After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

•Swipe: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.

•Pattern: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.

•PIN: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.

•Password: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock the screen.

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