With blazing-fast fingerprint scanners and feature-rich Face ID, unlocking your phone has never been easier. Even if it’s convenient, unlocking your phone only to launch an app seems needless at times, especially if you’re at home or if you use it frequently. That’s where having Smart Lock enabled on your Android can come in handy.
When connected to a trusted device or in familiar territory, the Smart Lock feature keeps your phone unlocked. On Android, there are a number of distinct versions of Smart Lock, and we’ll go through all of them and more. So, let’s get this party started.
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HOW TO ENABLE OR DISABLE ON-BODY DETECTION IN ANDROID SMART LOCK
When you enable On-body Detection Smart Lock, your device will remain unlocked as long as you hold it in your hand. The device will automatically lock once it is placed on a sturdy surface.
Read on how to enable On-body Detection in Smart Lock for Android.
Step 1: Launch the Settings app on your Android and navigate to Security.
Step 2: Under Device Security, tap on the Smart Lock option. Next, enter your device PIN.
Once verified, you’ll find all the Smart Lock options available. Tap on the On-body detection option to enable it.
Step 3: Next, toggle on the switch next to ‘Use On-body detection.’ On the confirmation box, tap on Continue to proceed.
Once activated, your device will remain unlocked for up to four hours if it senses any activity, such as jogging, walking, or strolling.
However, it is unable to tell the difference between you and someone else. If someone gains access to your device when it is unlocked, they will be able to quickly utilise it. To turn it off, go back to the On-body detection option and turn off the switch next to it by following the instructions above.
HOW TO ENABLE OR DISABLE TRUSTED PLACES IN ANDROID SMART LOCK
It can be inconvenient to unlock your phone every time you check anything if you spend the most of your time working from home or in an office. To get around this, you can add trusted locations such as your home or office where your phone will remain unlocked.
Learn how to add trusted locations to Android Smart Lock.
Step 1: Launch the Settings app on your Android and navigate to Security.
Step 2: Under Device Security, tap on the Smart Lock option. Next, enter your device PIN if you’ve enabled it.
Step 3: Tap on Add trusted place option to enter places where your device should stay unlocked.
Step 4: Here, you can use the search bar at the top to look for a particular place you want to add. Or else, you can also navigate through the map manually to pinpoint a particular location. Lastly, tap on the Select this location option to save it.
Step 5: Give that trusted place a suitable name and tap on OK.
You can even add more trustworthy locations if you want. As long as you’re near a trustworthy location, your device will stay unlocked for up to four hours after you unlock it. Keep in mind that this feature will only operate if your phone’s GPS is turned on.
To disable trusted places in Android Smart Lock, go to the Smart Lock settings on Android, press on the Trusted Places you’ve specified, and then tap the Delete option.
HOW TO ENABLE OR DISABLE TRUSTED DEVICES IN ANDROID SMART LOCK
Enabling it will keep your device unlocked as long as your phone is connected to a Bluetooth device such as a smartwatch, Bluetooth headphones, or a car’s infotainment system.
Read on to learn how to add trusted devices to Smar Lock on Android.
Step 1: Launch the Settings app on your Android and navigate to Security.
Step 2: Next, tap on the Smart Lock option and enter your device PIN to verify your identity.
Step 3: Tap on Add trusted device option, and you’ll be presented with a list of Bluetooth devices added to your phone.
NOTE: If you wish to add a new device, not on the list, tap on the Pair new device option to connect with it first.
Step 4: Select a Bluetooth device to add it as a trusted device. Choose ‘Yes, Add’ when prompted.
If you wish to disable the Trusted devices from unlocking your phone, open the Smart Lock settings on Android, tap on the Trusted Devices entered by you, and select the Remove Trusted Device option.
SMARTLY DONE
Smart Lock is clearly a useful feature for those who are constantly in the company of people they trust and do not require their phone to be locked at all times.
So, what are your thoughts on Android’s Smart Lock? Would you feel safe using it or glad to have your face or fingerprint registered every time you open your phone? Please let us know.