Smart Lock gives you a faster way of unlocking your phone than entering a password, PIN, or pattern.
You can set up your phone to detect your trusted device, place, or your voice, before you can unlock the screen. This is a good alternative to add if you often forget passwords.
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Go to
Settings.
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Do one of the following:
- Tap
Security & location.
- Tap
Security.
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Tap
Screen lock, and then select and set up a screen lock.
This will be your backup screen lock method.
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Under
Device security, tap
Smart Lock.
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Confirm your screen lock.
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Choose what you want your phone to detect before it unlocks.
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Follow the onscreen instructions.