Samsung SGH-T999ZAATMB - Manual (Page 253)

Deleting the Screen Lock Pattern
1. From the main Settings page, tap My device tab ➔
Lock screen.
2. Tap Screen lock.
3. Retrace your current pattern on the screen.
4. Tap None.
Pattern options
Once an unlock pattern is enabled, additional options are
available:
• Lock screen widgets allows you to lock the widgets that are
displayed on your home screens.
• Make pattern visible allows you to see the pattern as you
draw it.
• Lock automatically allows you to set a time-out for lock
screen.
• Lock instantly with power key allows you to lock the screen
by pressing .
What If I Forget my Pattern?
If you forget your device's lock pattern, you can unlock your
device or reset it using your Google™ Account credentials.
When you enter the wrong unlock pattern too many times,
you should see an option at the bottom of the screen that
says Forgot pattern? Follow these steps to use either your PIN
or email address.
Important! You can only enter an incorrect lock pattern 5 times
before the device is locked.
Important! If you are unsuccessful in retrieving your lock
pattern or unlocking your device, please contact
T-Mobile for assistance.
To unlock your device with a PIN code:
1. Tap Backup PIN (located at the bottom of the screen).
2. Tap Done.
3. If you have forgotten your current pattern, tap Pattern
from the Screen unlock settings menu and follow the
procedures outlined in "Setting an Unlock Pattern" on
page 245 to create a new pattern.
Changing Your Settings 246