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If the user forgot graphic key, then unlocking Android becomes the most exciting issue. To solve this problem there is no need to resort to the help of specialists, because there is large number ways to do it yourself.

Thanks to a multi-stage protection system that is being installed and improved, it is possible to protect personal data from unwanted attacks. How more complex password on the screen, the harder it is to guess the phone lock pattern. But then there is a possibility of forgetting the necessary combinations. You can find out how to remove a pattern key from Android without losing data using the methods below.

The most effective methods for unlocking phones and tablets

1. This unlocking method will only help if the device is connected to the Internet and configured Google account and the user remembers the access data for it. It consists of the following sequence of actions:

• Enter five times wrong password to lock your phone. An inscription will appear on the screen that many attempts have been made to enter the pattern key and the next attempt will be possible in 30 seconds.

The pattern key was entered incorrectly five times

• The device’s lock screen will display the question: “Forgot your pattern?” If this does not happen, then you must enter the incorrect key again.
• Press the "Home" button, the device will prompt you to enter your email and account password on Google service. Internet access must be enabled. Click “OK”, after which you will be prompted to enter a new password.

1. An effective way to remove a pattern from Android is to reset the settings to factory settings. But it can be used in case of emergency, when it is impossible to restore access otherwise, because in this way data is deleted from internal memory devices (applications, messages, accounts). By using Recovery reset settings proceed as follows:

• Turn off the gadget.

Turn off Android

• In order to get into Recovery mode, you need to press and hold certain key combinations. On different models They may differ, and to find the right one, you should try the following sequence of actions:

1. Decrease the volume by pressing the On/Off button.
2. Increase the volume by pressing the On/Off button.
3. Increase/decrease volume by pressing the On/Off button and the Home button.
4. Increase + decrease volume by pressing the On/Off button.

Using the volume down and up buttons you can move up and down through the menu, and confirm your selection with the lock/power button. New generation smartphones and tablets are equipped with touchscreen Recovery menu.

• Select and click on “wipe data/factory reset”
• Agree to have the internal memory of the device cleared by selecting “Yes - delete all user data”, and then “ reboot system now"

After such actions, the device will reboot and become the same as it was originally. All this will take about a minute.

1. The most in a simple way Resetting the pattern key on Android will return to factory settings using secret code. Depending on the model, one of the following codes will be suitable:

• Dial *#*#7378423#*#*
• Enter *2767*3855#
• Dial *#*#7780#*#*

Thus, when you forget the code, you can return the factory settings within 2-3 minutes.

1. The most merciless recovery method for stored information is firmware. You can do it yourself or seek the help of specialists.
2. Wait until the smartphone is discharged and a notification about this appears on the screen. You should go to the battery status, and then in the settings menu that appears, in the “Privacy” item, select reset all settings.
3. Earlier versions of Android can be unlocked by calling it. When the call is made, go to settings and remove the blocking.

How to prevent gadget blocking

This method of protecting data on internal memory is suitable for all users, especially those susceptible to accidental locking. Unlocking occurs through a message with a certain text sent to the locked gadget. Procedure:

• Get root rights for the device.
• Install SMS applications Bypass, which has both paid and free versions.

Enabling SMS Bypass

• Allow the application to access root rights. Standard password, installed in the application, consists of numbers - 1234, which can be changed in the settings. If the user has forgotten the password, then it is necessary to send a message with the text “1234 reset” to reboot the device, then enter New Password at your own discretion.

Even if the error occurred before installing SMS Bypass, on this operating system it is possible to install applications remotely from the computer. Provided that you have logged into your Google account, root rights have been obtained and you have access to the Internet, it is possible to remotely install and unlock a pattern key on Android.

The presented methods will help not only solve the problem when it has already arisen, but also prevent its occurrence. If you couldn’t do it yourself, don’t despair. Just trust the professionals to unlock your gadget.

If you forgot set password or a pattern on Android, this is not a reason to panic. Access to your smartphone can be restored, and there are several ways to remove the lock. The updated instructions describe each of them in detail.

How to reset a password or lock on Android

(!) The article contains the main methods for resetting a password/pattern, ranging from the simplest (when you remember your Google account username and password) to more complex ones: Hard Reset, deleting the “gesture.key” and “password.key” files. Read all the points carefully, follow the links provided to detailed instructions, and everything will work out!

Method 1: Enter your Google account information

Working method for devices running Android 4.4 and below. Starting with Android 5.0, this option was removed from many firmwares. But not all manufacturers did this, so check whether it works for you or not.

When your phone or tablet is connected to mobile network or Wi-Fi, to remove the blocking, simply enter your e-mail and password. To do this, enter the pattern key incorrectly 5-10 times, after which a warning will pop up about blocking the device for 30 seconds.

The “Forgot your pattern key?” button will appear on the screen; by clicking on it, you can enter your data and unlock the device.

If you forgot your account password, you will have to recover it - go to this page from a working gadget or PC.

note that this method requires mandatory access to the Internet. So open the panel quick settings by swiping down (“the curtain” can be opened directly from the lock screen on Android 5.0 Lollipop and later) and turn on mobile data or Wi-Fi. The device will connect to the access point if it has previously worked on this network.

2. Reset picture password using ADB

The pattern can be removed using ADB. You need to connect the device via USB to your computer and enter the necessary commands. All details in

The method will only work when USB debugging is enabled.

Method 3. Reset to factory settings

The next method is simpler than the previous one, but using it will delete all data from the internal memory, such as installed applications, linked accounts, SMS, etc. Photos, audio and other files on SD will remain intact. Full instructions you will find in the article:.

During next activation device, recover data from backup copy– works provided that it was previously carried out.

Method 4. Flash a smartphone or tablet

Having stitched Android phone or tablet, you will remove the lock or password. On our website there is firmware Android device ov from various manufacturers, separately Samsung through and LG through.

Method 5. Removing gesture.key (pattern reset) and password.key (password reset)

The method is intended for owners of phones and tablets with and. Its effect is to remove system files“gesture.key” and “password.key”, responsible for displaying the graphic lock and password, respectively.

For this you need file manager Aroma. Download the archive from the link and send it to your phone or tablet without unpacking it. Then turn off the device and . To do this, instead of the power button, press and hold one of the possible combinations (or read the FAQ for specific models):

• Volume up + “ON”
• Volume down + “ON”
• Volume up/down + Power + Home

Using the volume up and down buttons, you can move up and down, respectively, and confirm your selection with the power/lock button. In new recovery smartphones may be sensory.

Instructions:

1. In the menu CWM Recovery select "Install zip".

2. Then click “Choose zip from /sdcard” and go to the folder where you dropped Aroma or use “Choose zip from last install folder”. In the second case, you will see all the latest downloaded archives, among which you will find the one you need.

3. Select the archive with Aroma Explorer.

• “gesture.key” (“gatekeeper.pattern.key” in new firmware)
• "password.key" (or "gatekeeper.password.key" instead)
• "locksettings.db-wal"
• "locksettings.db-shm"

Select them and click “Delete” in the additional menu.

Finally, reboot your device. You can enter any password and the phone will be unlocked. Then feel free to go to the settings and set a new lock.

6. How to remove graphic lock via TWRP Recovery

Unpack the archive with Odin and run the program.

Switch your smartphone to firmware mode (aka Bootloader, download mode). To do this, with the device turned off, press and hold 3 keys:

• “ON” + volume down + “Home” button

When you get to such a menu, press the Volume Up key to continue.

Android and the word “Downloading” will appear on the screen - which means you have switched Samsung to firmware mode.

Connect your phone to your computer via USB and wait for the drivers to install. The first cell “ID:COM” will display the connected port, and the message “Added” will appear in the logs.

Now click on the AP button (PDA in older versions of Odin) and select the Recovery file.

If there is a checkmark next to “AP”, and the path to the file is written in the field next to it, you can proceed.

To start the firmware, click “Start”.

Since the weight of the Recovery file is small, the process will take a couple of seconds. The message “All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0)”, and in the upper left cell – “PASS!”. This means that the firmware custom Recovery was successful.

Now turn off your phone and hold one of the key combinations to get into Recovery:

• “Home” + volume up + power on
• “Home” + “ON” (on older Samsung)
• Volume up + power on (on older tablets)

Depending on installed Recovery: CWM or TWRP, go to steps 5 or 6 of this article and delete the files:

• "password.key" ("gatekeeper.password.key")
• "gesture.key" ("gatekeeper.pattern.key")
• "locksettings.db-wal"
• "locksettings.db-shm"

13. How to remove the unlock key on Huawei and Honor: backup PIN code

On Huawei and Honor, in addition to the pattern key, a backup PIN code is used. Therefore, to unlock the device, you need to draw the pattern incorrectly 5 times, and the display will display the message: “Try again in 1 minute.” Wait 60 seconds for the “Backup PIN” button in the lower right corner to become active. Click on it, enter your PIN and the unlock key will be instantly reset.

14. Backup PIN on LG

When setting a screen lock on LG, you need to set a backup PIN code, which you can enter instead of a pattern or password, and unlock the phone.

To do this, draw an irregular graphic pattern until a message appears indicating that input is blocked for 30 seconds. Click “OK”, select “Forgot your pattern?” at the bottom, enter your PIN code and click “OK”.

15. Smart Lock function

Starting with Android 5.0, the system has Smart function Lock, which allows you to disable the screen lock in certain situations. For example, when the device is at home or connected to a trusted device via Bluetooth. Depending on the device manufacturer, as well as the Android version, there are different options unlock with using Smart Lock, such as voice detection, face recognition and others.

We all protect our mobile devices differently. Among the most popular methods, the real leader is the graphic key. Such a simple password can protect your personal data from intrusion, but sometimes, due to various circumstances, we ourselves forget which particular pattern was set as the password. What to do in such a situation? How to bypass the pattern on an Android phone? First of all, don't fall into despair. After all, there are several effective ways solutions to such a problem. Let's look at the list of such options more carefully.

Using a Google account

You can unlock your smartphone using your Google account. The algorithm of actions is as follows:

1. We try to enter the pattern key several times (as a rule, no more than five attempts are enough). Since all the pictures are incorrect, the smartphone is automatically blocked. Almost immediately, a special notification appears on his screen stating that the opportunity to enter a figure will appear no earlier than in 30 seconds (sometimes this time is calculated in one minute);
2. Often, after an incorrectly entered key, the message “Home” will appear on the screen of your smartphone. If this does not happen, try again. Please note that this option is only possible if there is active internet connection. Without it, this option is not valid. Therefore, it is better to immediately proceed to other options.
3. As soon as the Home button appears, you will have the opportunity to open your account, where you can change the pattern. To do this, go through authorization: enter your email address and password.

Reset settings

An excellent option to bypass the lock pattern on an Android smartphone is to reset the settings. Of course, this method is optimal if the device is completely new and there is no important personal information on it. This way, you can return to factory settings, which means you can specify new figure. But if your smartphone is filled with important photos, videos, contacts, and other information that you don’t want to lose, then this option is not for you.

However, you can protect the information located on flash memory. To do this, before starting the reset procedure, do not forget to remove the MicroSD. In addition, it is important that the mobile phone charge is at least 65%.

Resetting settings using the example of a Samsung smartphone

Since in a situation where the smartphone is locked, it will not be possible to enter the phone menu, a reset is possible using a combination of buttons. This combination will be different for each model. Therefore, it is better to check the data on the manufacturer’s official website or find them on the Internet.

Typically, the procedure looks like this:

• Disable ours mobile device;
• Press “Power”, “Home” and “Volume” at the same time;
• As soon as the Samsung splash screen appears on the screen, release the “Power” button, and hold the other two for another 10 seconds, no less. Such actions are necessary for the emergence Recovery mode(recovery).
• After launch Recovery, opens before you special menu. In order to implement hard reset personal parameters, you need to activate “Wipe data/factory reset”, that is, erasing information. In this case, you can navigate through the menu using the volume buttons.
• We select the item we need and open it using the “Power” button, click on “YES” and confirm the reset procedure with the power button.

After all these procedures, settings and personal data will be reset. Then we reboot mobile phone. After which it will be unlocked.

Call from another mobile number

This method is only relevant for mobile devices on the Android platform version 2.2. and below. The algorithm is very simple. Call your locked phone from another mobile phone and simply answer the call. Then minimize the call window and click on “Home”. As a result of such actions, your device will be temporarily unlocked, so you will only have a few seconds to correct the situation. Very quickly open “Settings” / “Security” and delete the pattern.

Mobile device discharge

This method is based on the fact that as soon as the battery charge reaches a certain minimum, a warning signal is triggered. Once it appears, you need to go to the battery status menu and then open Settings. In this section you can disable the graphic password.

New firmware

Another option to get around graphic password is a software update. But this method is not suitable if your mobile device is still on warranty service. After all, if you delete the original version of the firmware, you will be deprived of the opportunity to seek help from service center.

Service center

If for some reason you were unable to unlock your phone yourself, you can turn to specialists at any service center for help. But such treatment is not considered a guarantee, and therefore will cost you a certain amount of money.

Using Third Party Applications

In order to take advantage of third-party software, you need to be rooted. The essence of this method is that if the screen is locked, you need to send special SMS message to a mobile phone. It will serve as a specific code that will allow you to reset a previously installed pattern. In order to activate this opportunity, follow these steps:

• Get root rights or access to account super user;
• IN Play Store download the “SMS Bypass” utility and install it on your mobile phone. This program is paid. Its price is one US dollar.
• After the above steps, open the settings of this utility and change the preset password, grant it root rights.

What is the operating algorithm of this software? Everything is quite simple. Send a message to your mobile phone with the following text: XXXX reset (where X is the key reset password). When the SMS arrives on your phone, it will reboot automatically. After which you can install another graphic key on it or use some other protection method.

Ways to bypass pattern lock on Android for advanced users

You can remove a graphic key using a specialized file manager. How does this happen in practice? When you install a pattern, in file system is created special file. It contains all the information about the key. In order to disable the password, you just need to delete this file. How to do this? Take advantage of the special software called AROMA File Manager.

In addition, the gadget must have CWM or the Recovery menu. The algorithm of actions is as follows:

• Download the file manager from ZIP format(This important point, no need to unzip the file);
• We send the program to the phone’s memory card using a PC;
• Insert the memory card into the phone;
• Reboot Recovery (press the power and volume buttons simultaneously);
• Select “Install ZIP from SD card”, specifying the required archive, and confirm this action. After this, the file manager will launch;
• Go to DATA/SYSTEM, there we find the file gesture.key. (or, alternatively, password.key) and delete it.

But sometimes it happens that deleting gesture.key does nothing. What to do in this case? You can use the adb program. What is the algorithm of actions?

• Download to your PC adb program and save it in the root of drive C;
• Connect your mobile phone to your PC via USB;
• We run the corresponding script, after which the command line will open;
• Confirm deletion of the file;
• As soon as the smartphone restarts, disconnect it from the computer;
• After the phone reboots, enter any password and delete the key.

How to bypass a picture password: main conclusions

When using passwords, be sure to write them down in a separate notepad or notebook, so that later in a situation of force majeure you can easily restore access to a particular device. In addition, be sure to use the functionality that is typical of many modern mobile phones - we are talking about a fingerprint scanner. This method of protecting data from unauthorized access guarantees high level reliability. Plus, you don't have to remember any passwords. It's simple and convenient.

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Today I will tell you 8 ways to remove a pattern from a locked Android! Many people advise doing a wipe (resetting all Android data smartphone or tablet)! Don't do it right away! Keep this article bookmarked as it can be very useful.

Method No. 1

The author's method of unlocking a graphic key for tablets and smartphones from the Fans Android website!

Most recently, our website was developed new way unlocking tablets and smartphones using a pattern key!

To unlock you need:

Method No. 10

From user ocelot-cc

1. Get root access via odin
2. Install from Recovery mode from the AROMA Filemanager memory card.
3. Go to /data/system/
4. Delete the GESTURE.KEY file

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I hope you manage to unlock yours favorite Android device and remember your passwords for the future!

Now many smartphone owners use the method of entering a pattern to unlock. This allows you to protect the device from thieves who simply will not be able to access the contents of the device. However, sometimes this method plays a cruel joke on the user. It is quite possible to forget the direction of finger movements. At such a moment, the owner of the device begins to wonder: “ How to unlock Android if you forgot your pattern key?" In today's material we will answer this question in detail.

Using SMS Bypass

There are several ways to remove a pattern from Android. Not all of them work in the vast majority of cases. But there is one most reliable way. It consists of installing SMS Bypass. This small and very inexpensive program will allow you to remove the pattern by sending a special SMS message to your smartphone containing the text “ 1234 reset" Of course, this code can be changed in the utility settings.

It should be noted that you can install SMS Bypass even on a locked device, as long as it has a Google account. To install, you need to log in from your computer to Google Play under the same account. Go to the application page and click the " Buy" Then you will be given a choice on which gadget to install the program on. If the smartphone is connected to the Internet, the installation will be completed in the next minute.

Phone call

This method of bypassing the pattern on your phone does not require any investment. No need to install additional application. You just need to make a call to your number from another device.

The method is to reset the pattern when receiving a call. This is done along the way " Settings» - « Safety».

This method doesn't work for everyone Android versions. It is sewn into only some branded shells. The method of removing a pattern key consists of five to six attempts to enter it incorrectly. After this you will be asked to wait 30 seconds.

After further fruitless attempts to make the correct movements with your finger, a window with the button “ Forgot your pattern key?" Click on it, after which you will only have to enter the data from your Google account (username and password). If in at the moment If your smartphone is not connected to the Internet, you can do this immediately after rebooting it. You can also click the “ Emergency call " and enter the following code: *#*#7378423#*#*

Manually deleting the gesture.key file

Your graphic key is contained in text file gesture.key. If you delete it, the graphic key itself will be reset. You can eliminate it without unlocking the device using the following Recovery menus:

• .

Your actions are incredibly simple:

1. Download to your computer archive file Aroma File Manager utilities.

2. Move it to your memory card.

3. Insert the card into your smartphone.

4. Go to the Recovery menu and install the application.

5. Follow the path " /data/system/».

6. Delete files gesture.key, locksettings.db, locksettings.db-wal And locksettings.db-shm.

7. Reboot your smartphone.

8. Enter any graphic key - the device should unlock.

If you have the Recovery TWRP menu installed, then you don’t even need to download a separate utility. You can find the file manager along the path “ Advanced» - « File Manager».

This method only works on devices with root-access, installed application SuperSU and at least two registered users. It is also important that SuperSU must have multiplayer mode enabled.

In order to remove a graphic key from Android, you must:

1. Switch to the second user.

2. Go to Play Market and install Root Browser.

3. Open installed utility and follow the path " /data/system/».

4. Delete the following files:

• gesture.key;
• locksettings.db;
• locksettings.db-wal;
• locksettings.db-shm.

Reset data

This method will work on many smartphones that have the Recovery menu installed (TWRP, or Standard). Using this method, you will not only have to reset the pattern key, but also delete all other user data - phone book, SMS messages, notes and some other data. Fortunately, if you have a Google account and synchronization is enabled on your device, you can easily restore everything. When it comes to photos, videos and music, they're here to stay.

To reset the data, you need to go to the Recovery menu and select the item Wipe data/Factory Reset . U different manufacturers method of exiting the Recovery menu different:

• Smartphone Samsung First you need to turn it off, then hold down the center key, the volume up key and the power button. On models released before 2012, you only need to hold the power button and the center key.
• On smartphones HTC hold down the volume down button and the power key. After the Android image appears, both buttons are released. Instead of Factory Reset needed the menu item may be called Clear Storage. It is advisable to remove and insert the battery (if it is removable) before going to the Recovery menu.
• On smartphones Huawei It is also recommended to remove and insert the battery. Then you need to hold the Power key and the Volume Up button. After the picture appears with Android buttons are released.
• On smartphones Sony Usually one of the methods discussed above for going to the Recovery menu works. Older models are an exception - they may require connecting the device to the computer and installing the program Sony Ericsson PC Suite, where you need to follow the path “Tools” - “Data Recovery”.
• On a smartphone ZTE Usually it helps to hold down the power button and press certain time volume up key (then you need to hold it too). You can also reset the data by pressing the “Emergency call” button on the lock screen and dialing the combination *983*987#.
• On devices from Motorola, Archos, Asus And Prestigio The power key and volume down button are pressed. Sometimes the volume up key is used instead of the latter.

Going to the service center

The ideal method that works in almost 100% of cases. Just take your smartphone or tablet to a service center. But please note that repairs will not be considered under warranty. Specialists will be able to remove the pattern lock from Android, but they will ask for money for their work.

Of course, this method can only be used if you have a smartphone or samsung tablet. Also you must have registered Samsung account, allowing you to use branded South Korean services. If these conditions are met, then do the following:

1. Go to the website from your computer Samsung Account and log in by clicking the " Login" and entering your username and password.

2. Go to the section " Find device».

3. Click the button Find"and enter your login again (the address will do email specified during registration) and password. After that, click the blue button " Login».

4. If you have several South Korean devices, then select the one you need in the corresponding list (located on the left top corner). Then all you have to do is press the “ More».

5. Click the button Unlock my device».

Summing up

Today's guide covers almost all the ways to unlock your smartphone. When you forgot your password or pattern, you can use one of them. You can also try to reflash the device, for which programs are used ODIN, , Fastboot and many others. But this is a completely extreme case, which should be resorted to when absolutely necessary.