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Can I use a library card?

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It depends if the library card you have has a similar density and shape to your credit card. If it does, then it most likely will work.

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Do I have to use a credit card? Can I use a gift card?

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If the gift card is plastic, yes.

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Will the lock get damaged or break if I open a door this way?

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It depends on the way you open it. If you are too rough and impatient, some locks may get damaged or your credit card could snap and become a blockage.

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What is a dead bolt?

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A dead bolt is the lock usually located above the door knob, it is designed so that when locked, a solid bolt (hence the name "dead bolt") will slide into a hole above the latch, creating a secondary but more effective lock. Do a google image search for "dead bolt." I'm sure you'll recognize it.

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Can you open it with an Uno card?

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Cards from a game deck will not be strong enough to push down on the lock. Try something plastic first.

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Can this technique be used to break into a house?

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First of all, breaking into a home that isn't yours, regardless of the method, is a crime. The credit card method works with some older locks, but most locks these days are made too well for a credit card to spring.

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How do I pick a 2005 Altima open car lock?

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It is best not to attempt to pick your car lock yourself. You should call a professional.

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My lock is different. What do I do?

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The credit card method only works on locks that don't involve a deadbolt. If you're unable to pick the lock, a locksmith may be necessary.

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What do I do if my bathroom door is locked?

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Your bathroom door lock may be a simple fix. Most interior doorknob locks are just a push-button lock not designed for security. If so, you can probably unlock the door by inserting a paperclip into the central hole on the exterior of the knob. This will release the lock.

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Can I use a saw to cut through the locks?

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Check if your saw is a hacksaw. If you still have the box/container the saw came in, it may state what materials the saw can cut through. If it is a hacksaw and the blade fits in the door crack, you're good to go. I have actually had to do this before on a stuck door. Keep in mind that you have to buy a new knob and lock if you saw through the latch.

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Will my credit card get damaged if I open a door with it?

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Opening a door with a card is generally tough on the card, especially if you have to bend it around a corner to get into the gap, or if the door requires a lot of wedging. The edges can get nicked and a magnetic strip can easily get scratched up. A chip card might have a better chance of survival. I would recommend using a gift card or rewards card of similar density and strength to a credit card instead.

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How do I open a door with a credit card if the top lock is on the door?

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If the top lock has an inside lock like the bottom, it should be okay to do it with the credit card, otherwise you should call a locksmith.

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Will this work on interior doors?

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It should work if the interior door uses a simple knob lock, provided you follow all the instructions.

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Can I use this trick to prove to people that this is possible outside of spy movies?

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You can if you have permission to use it on a door. Do note that this trick is not possible on doors that have a deadbolt lock, or doors that have a lock that has a dead latch switch that is installed correctly (which was designed specifically to prevent this kind of trick).

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Will the credit card still be ok to use for shopping after using it to open the door?

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Yes, it should be fine as long as you didn't scratch it. If it is scratched, it may not be useable anymore.

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