How to Unlock Android Phone Pattern Lock Without Factory Reset

When you have bought a second-hand Android phone or haven't used your old Android phone for a long time, it is likely that you can't get into the phone since you forget or don't have a pattern gesture to unlock it. In this case, you may need to factory reset Android without password, which will definitely erase everything on your device. However, there are several ways that you can apply to unlock Android phone pattern lock without factory reset. Let's have a look:

Universal Way to Unlock Android Pattern Lock Without Factory Reset

Whether you can't recall the pattern on your Android phone, don't have a pattern to unlock the Android device, or have entered the wrong pattern many times, whatever the situation is, you can count on a professional phone unlocker - EaseUS MobiUnlock for Android. It is a powerful and efficient phone unlock tool with a high success rate.

Main Features of EaseUS MobiUnlock for Android:

• Unlock Android phone password without factory reset. It can remove all kinds of screen locks, including the pattern lock, passcode, PIN, Face ID, and Touch ID.
• Bypass FRP lock on Samsung without password when you want to factory reset the Android device but don't have the passcode.
• It works on Samsung, Google Pixel, LG, Motorola, OnePlus, Sony, and other Android phone brands. For example, it can unlock the Samsung phone forgot pattern.

Now, let's see how to unlock Android phone pattern lock without factory reset:

Unlock Android Pattern Lock Without Factory Reset Using Forgot Pattern

If you have an old Android and don't remember how to unlock it with the pattern set before, you can take the assistance of your Google account. However, this trick is only available for devices running Android 4.4 and earlier versions. Follow the steps to unlock Android phone pattern lock without factory reset and without computer:

Step 1. Enter any pattern on your device several times, and you will get a prompt saying, 'Tap Next to unlock with a security question or try again in 30 seconds.'

Step 2. Tap Next. Or, you can enter the wrong pattern on your phone and tap the Forgot Pattern option at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3. Then, you can choose from Answer Questions or Enter Google account details.

Step 4. If you choose the security question, you need to enter the correct answer. If you select the Google account details, you have to sign in with the attached Gmail and password.

Step 5. Last, you can set and confirm the new pattern on your Android phone and access it again.

Remove Pattern Lock from Android Device Without Factory Reset via Find My Device

Find My Device, also known as the Android Device Manager, is the ideal way to locate your device remotely. As the name says, it is designed to find your phone when lost or stolen. Also, you can use it to lock and replace the current lock screen with a new password. However, the prerequisite is that your phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network and has the Find My feature turned on.

Step 1. Go to Android Device Manager and login to your Google account on your computer or other devices.

Step 2. Select your locked Android device, which should be linked to your Google account.

Step 3. Then, you are able to see three options: Ring, Lock, and Erase. Click Lock.

Step 4. A prompt will appear: 'Your current lock screen will be replaced with a password lock. Don't use your Google account password.' You can set a new password and confirm it.

Step 5. Click Lock again, and your Android phone is locked. Use the new password to unlock your Android device instead of a pattern.

Access Locked-Phone Without Screen Pattern by Backup PIN

The backup PIN is the security PIN that you set as an alternative lock screen password when you enable pattern lock on your smartphone. Therefore, if you are locked out of your pattern scrren, you can use the backup PIN to unlock the Android device without losing data.

Step 1. After entering the wrong pattern for six times, your Android will notice you to try again after 30 seconds.

Step 2. Then, on your lock screen, you shall see the Backup PIN option. Tap on it.

Step 3. Enter the backup PIN and tap OK. Your Samsung/Google will be unlocked.

Step 4. Now, you can go to Settings > Lock Screen > Screen Lock to change the pattern lock and the backup PIN.

Note: when you choose Face unlock, Face and Voice, or Pattern to be your screen lock, you will be asked to set up a backup PIN for your Android device.

Unlock Android Phone Pattern Lock Without Factory Reset by ADB

ADB, Android Debug Bridge, can help you bypass the Android phone pattern lock, but it is complicated and time-consuming. If you are a beginner not equipped with some technical knowledge, this method is not for you.

Step 1. Go to Android Developer, https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/adb.html, to download the ADB to your computer.

Step 2. Launch the installer and download the following essential files. Connect your phone to the system.

Step 3. Go to Settings > About Phone, where you can see the Build Number. Tap it seven times, and the Developer Options on your Android device will be enabled.

Step 4. Then, go back to Settings > Developer Options to turn on USB debugging.

Step 5. Launch the command prompt, type the command below, and press enter:

adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key

Step 6. Restart your device, and you can access your pattern-locked phone without any screen pattern or password.

Conclusion: Unlock Android Pattern Lock Without Factory Reset Now

From above, you've learned five solutions for bypassing the Android phone pattern lock without a factory reset. Whichever method you choose, you can enter your locked Android without losing data. However, it is suggested that you have regular backups so that you will not worry about data loss when you encounter accidents such as forgetting Android passwords.

Back to the topic, a factory reset can erase the existing Android content, including the screen locks. However, if you want to keep the essentials while unlocking the Android pattern lock, you can use EaseUS MobiUnlock, Find My Device, backup PIN, Forgot Pattern, and the ADB command to regain access to your phone.

How to Unlock Android Phone Pattern Lock Without Factory Reset FAQs

1. What if I forgot the pattern lock on my phone?

You can use the Forgot Pattern to unlock your device. When you entered the wrong pattern several times, you could see the Forgot Pattern option. Tap on it and enter the Google account credentials, such as the username and password. Then, you can reset your screen lock and get into your locked phone.

2. What is the master code for Samsung pattern unlock?

Try *2767*3855# *2767*2878# and restart your Samsung phone.