Setting the Phone Lock Code
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A phone lock code will be used to unlock the phone as well as confirm your identity for certain features and apps
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From the home screen, tap Settings
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Tap General
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Tap Lock Screen & Security
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Tap Select Screen Lock
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Tap the screen lock method you wish to use. In this example, we will select PIN
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Select whether the PIN is required to turn the phone on and then tap Next
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Enter a PIN and then tap Next. The PIN must be at least 4 digits
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Re-enter the PIN and then tap OK
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Select your lock screen notification preferences and then tap OK
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Tap Secure Lock Settings
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Tap Lock Timer
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Tap the duration you would like the phone to lock after the screen turns off
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To lock the phone, press the Power/Lock Key
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To unlock the phone, tap the Power/Lock Key
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Swipe the screen upwards
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Enter your PIN and then tap the Check Mark