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Samsung Galaxy S8 / S8+ - Manage Screen Lock Settings

2026-10-22 21:16:17.2

Samsung Galaxy S8 / S8+ - Manage Screen Lock Settings

Here's how to adjust the screen lock settings for your Galaxy S8 / S8+.
  • Depending upon screen lock type (e.g., swipe, pattern, etc.) the available options may vary.
  • A secure lock type (PIN, pattern, etc.) must be set up for Secure lock settings to be available.
  1. From a Home screen, touch and swipe up or down to display all apps.
    These instructions apply to Standard mode and the default Home screen layout.
  2. Navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Lock screen Security icon
    Secure lock settings
    .
  3. Tap the
    Make pattern visible switch
     to turn on Switch on or off Switch off.
  4. Tap
    Lock automatically
     then select an option (e.g., 5 seconds, 1 minute, etc.)
  5. Tap the
    Lock instantly with power key switch
     to turn on or off.
  6. Tap the
    Auto factory reset switch
     to turn on or off.
  7. Tap the
    Lock network and security
    switch
     to turn on or off.
  8. Tap the
    Show Lockdown option switch
     to turn on or off.