Have you set a pattern lock that you don't remember? It can be frustrating if you want to unlock your phone but forgot the pattern or PIN you set up. However, if you have a Google account logged into the Android phone, you will be able to set a new PIN or password to be able to get into your phone. This wikiHow article will teach you how to unlock an Android phone with a Google account.
Steps
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Try to unlock the phone at least 5 times. After the fifth attempt, you'll get a pop-up window that gives you the option to continue with "Forgot Pattern."
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Tap Forgot Pattern and Next . Forgot pattern is at the bottom of the screen and Next will appear in the pop-up.Advertisement
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Tap Enter Google account details and Next . When you select "Enter Google account details," a check mark will appear next to it.
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Enter your Google account information. You'll need to use the Google email and password that are logged into the phone.
- Tap Sign in when you're done. [1] X Research source
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1. Try to unlock the phone at least 5 times.
2. Tap Forgot Pattern
and Next
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3. Tap Enter Google account details
and Next
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4. Enter your Google account information.
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