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How do you remove a pattern lock if you forgot the combination?

How do you remove a pattern lock if you forgot the combination?

Reset your pattern (Android 4.4 or lower only)

  1. After you’ve tried to unlock your phone multiple times, you’ll see “Forgot pattern.” Tap Forgot pattern.
  2. Enter the Google Account username and password you previously added to your phone.
  3. Reset your screen lock. Learn how to set a screen lock.

Can you reset a phone without the password?

In order to factory reset an Android phone without a password, you need to access Android’s Recovery Mode. There, you’ll be able to completely wipe the phone’s storage without having to enter the device’s pass code, unlock pattern, or PIN.

Can you factory reset a locked phone?

Turn your phone off and hold the volume down and power buttons together until the sony screen displays. Release the buttons and you will see a recovery screen. Use the volume keys as up and down arrow keys to navigate in the menu. Choose ‘wipedata/factory reset’ and use the power button to select it.

What is a knock password?

Stick to your four- or six-digit PIN. The password technique in question is called a knock code. It’s a somewhat similar idea to Android patterns, which let you trace your finger across points on a screen to draw your password instead of typing it.

How do you activate your Metro PCS phone?

Visit the MetroPCS website to activate the phone online (see Resources). Click on “Activate.”. Follow the steps in the online setup including providing your name, address, security information and information about the phone (such as the serial number and model number).

Are Metro PCS phone unlocked?

MetroPCS uses SIM cards that can easily be unlocked so you just have to provide a bit of info in order to unlock your device. You can do so over the phone or in a MetroPCS store.

How do you activate Metro PCS SIM card?

If you’re a new MetroPCS customer and have your phone and SIM card, visit the MetroPCS website and click “Activate One Phone” or “Activate Multiple Phones,” depending on how many phones you have. Follow the instructions online, paying for service with a credit or debit card if necessary, to activate your phone.