Sony G3423 - Fingerprint Manager; To create or change a screen lock

• Password – enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
• Fingerprint – place your registered finger on the sensor to unlock your device.
Fingerprints need to be registered with Fingerprint Manager before use. To
configure the notifications on the lockscreen, see Notifications on page 29.
To create or change a screen lock
It is very important that you remember your screen lock when using a pattern, PIN, or
password. If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data,
such as contacts and messages. See troubleshooting tips for your device at
http://support.sonymobile.com .
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock.
2 If requested, confirm your current screen lock.
3 Choose an option and follow the on-screen instructions.
4 When a secure screen lock is used, you can set the power button to lock the
screen, set the screen lock activation time, and create a lock screen message
by pressing
.
If you use a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) account, the EAS security settings may
limit the lockscreen type to only a PIN or password. Contact your network administrator to
check the implemented network security policies.
Unlocking your device automatically
The Smart Lock feature lets you set your device to unlock automatically in certain
situations, for example, when connected to a Bluetooth device or carrying it with
you.
The Smart Lock feature is available in most markets, countries, or regions.
Go to
http://www.support.google.com/ and search “smart lock” for more
information about the Smart Lock feature.
To enable Smart Lock
1 Set a pattern, PIN, or password as a screen lock if you have not already done
so.
2 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Trust agents.
3 Tap the Smart Lock (Google) slider to enable the function if it is not already
on.
4 Tap
.
5 Find and tap Smart Lock.
6 Enter your pattern, PIN, or password. You need to enter these credentials to
change your Smart Lock settings.
7 Select a Smart Lock type.
Fingerprint Manager
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the US market.
Fingerprint Manager registers fingerprint information that can be used as an
additional security method for unlocking your device or authenticating purchases.
You are allowed to register a maximum of 5 fingerprints on your device.
Before using the Fingerprint sensor, make sure the sensor is clean and without any visible
moisture.
Fingerprint unlock
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the U.S. market.
You can use your fingerprint to quickly unlock your device. To use this feature, you
need to register a fingerprint and enable this feature in the Fingerprint Manager
first.
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