Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 (SM-T825) - Manual (Page 147)

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Set a Screen Lock
It is recommended that you secure your device using
a Screen lock. Options vary based on the screen lock
type.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock type to
select a screen lock and level of security:
• Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This option
provides no security.
• Pattern: Create a pattern that you draw on
the screen to unlock your device. This option
provides medium security.
• PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen.
This option provides medium to high security.
• Password: Create a password for unlocking the
screen. This option provides high security.
• None: Do not lock the screen.
• Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition to
unlock the screen. This option provides medium
to high security.
3. Select your notification preferences, if you choose a
secured lock screen option:
• Show content
• Hide content
• Do not show notifications
4. Tap Set up to set up and use your fingerprints to
unlock the device in addition to a PIN, pattern, or
password. Tap Later to skip fingerprints setup.
5. Choose a screen lock option:
• Info and app shortcuts: Display a dual clock,
owner information, or app shortcuts on the
Lock screen.
• Notifications: Show notifications on the
Lock screen.