First up, the easiest trick—using your Samsung account. If you’re locked out, this is your golden key. Try entering the wrong pattern five times, and a “Forgot Pattern?” option appears. Click it, sign into your Samsung account, and boom—the phone unlocks like a diplomat with a VIP pass.
Pro tip: This only works if you set up a Samsung account beforehand. Didn’t do that? No sweat, we’ve got more moves.