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Samsung Galaxy J3 V / J3 (2016) - Manage Screen Lock Settings

2026-10-05 06:00:33.779

Samsung Galaxy J3 V / J3 (2016) - Manage Screen Lock Settings

Here's how to configure the screen lock settings for your Samsung Galaxy J3 V / J3 (2016).
  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Navigate:
    Lock screen and security
    Screen lock type
    .
    If prompted, enter the current PIN, Password, Fingerprint, etc.
  3. Select one of the following:
    Some may be disabled if corporate email account used.
    • Swipe
    • Pattern
    • PIN
    • Password
    • None
  4. Tap the
    Back icon
    Back icon.
  5. Tap
    Secure lock settings
    .
  6. Tap
    Lock automatically
    then select an option (5 seconds, 1 minute, etc.).
  7. Tap the
    Lock instantly with power key switch
    to turn on or off.
  8. Tap the
    Auto factory reset switch
    to turn on or off.
  9. Tap the
    Lock network and security switch
    to turn on or off.
    This step is for post paid device only.
  10. For Prepaid device:
    • Tap
      Smart Lock
      .