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Turn use of lock code on or off
The lock code prevents others from accessing the contents of your tablet (pictures, messages etc.). When the lock code is turned on, it needs to be used every time you turn on your tablet and when it has been in sleep mode.
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Find "Passcode"
Tap Settings.
Tap Passcode.
Turn on use of lock code
Tap Turn Passcode On and key in a lock code of your own choice twice.
Turn deletion of data on or off
Tap the indicator next to "Erase Data" to turn the function on or off.
If you turn on the function, tap Enable.
Turn off use of lock code
Tap Turn Passcode Off and key in the lock code.
Return to the home screen
Tap the Home key to return to the home screen.
Tap Settings.
Tap Passcode.
Tap Turn Passcode On and key in a lock code of your own choice twice.
Tap the indicator next to "Erase Data" to turn the function on or off.
If you turn on the function, tap Enable.
Tap Turn Passcode Off and key in the lock code.
Tap the Home key to return to the home screen.
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