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This wikiHow teaches you how to remove the PIN that protects the screen of your Samsung Galaxy.
Steps
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2Tap Lock screen and security.Advertisement
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3Tap Screen lock type. You’ll now be prompted to enter your current PIN.
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4Enter your PIN and tap Next. Now you’ll see several options for locking the screen other than by use of a PIN.
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5Select a different lock type. If you like swiping the screen but don’t want to enter a PIN or password, select Swipe. Otherwise, choose another lock type, such as Pattern, Password, None, or any of the options under the “Biometrics” header.[1]
- If prompted to remove biometric data, select Keep Data.
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6Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your new lock. The steps vary by lock type. Once your new lock is set up, the PIN will no longer be active.
- Pattern: Draw a pattern connecting at least 4 dots, then redraw to confirm.[2]
- Password: Enter and confirm a 4-16 character password.
- Biometrics: If you select Iris, Face, or Fingerprints, follow the prompts to record your data, then set up a backup password when prompted.
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1. Open your Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen and security.
3. Tap Screen lock type.
4. Enter PIN and tap Next.
5. Select a new lock type.
6. Follow on-screen instructions to create new lock.
