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Skip Pattern Unlock @home

Hey,
Im looking for a solution to skip the pattern lock when Im connected with my Wifi at home.
Im running Lollipop and i DONT wanna use Androids "Trusted areas".
Hope you can help me.
Thanks so far!
Nik

Tasker?

Tasker only supports skip PIN Lock, isnt it?

Latest google play services

mr.joshuanice said:
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Did you even read the OP?
Im running Lollipop and i DONT wanna use Androids "Trusted areas".
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mr.joshuanice said:
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So, you didnt read my post, Sir!
But I found a solution in using Llama...

It's clear I haven't read all ... Sorry for that just trying to help I'm standing on crowded train to work

4tticuz said:
Tasker only supports skip PIN Lock, isnt it?
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With Secure Settings (and Tasker) it will do pattern lock. I am doing this. The only difference between KK and L with secure settings is you have to go into the spanner icon > Pattern unlock method [4.1+] > Lock Settings (Experimental)

rootSU said:
With Secure Settings (and Tasker) it will do pattern lock. I am doing this. The only difference between KK and L with secure settings is you have to go into the spanner icon > Pattern unlock method [4.1+] > Lock Settings (Experimental)
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Thanks alot, will def. test this!

rootSU said:
With Secure Settings (and Tasker) it will do pattern lock. I am doing this. The only difference between KK and L with secure settings is you have to go into the spanner icon > Pattern unlock method [4.1+] > Lock Settings (Experimental)
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+1 to this.
Its the best way to go.

jayRokk said:
+1 to this.
Its the best way to go.
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One thing I've had a few times though, if im locked then come in range of WiFi, it is still locked and the pattern doesn't unlock it, so I've had to turn the screen off and on again

rootSU said:
One thing I've had a few times though, if im locked then come in range of WiFi, it is still locked and the pattern doesn't unlock it, so I've had to turn the screen off and on again
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I read somewhere (can't recall where) that, that is supposed to happen. You have to unlock first with pin/pattern then it should take affect but I too have only had this happen a couple times. The rest of the times it just simply unlocks.

jayRokk said:
I read somewhere (can't recall where) that, that is supposed to happen. You have to unlock first with pin/pattern then it should take affect but I too have only had this happen a couple times. The rest of the times it just simply unlocks.
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Hmm. With the new experimental feature you mean?
But what I mean is it is broken sometimes. Doesn't accept the pattern. It shows the pattern path as correct and just hangs there, not unlocking, until I off and on the screen.

use the new play service apk and set location

rootSU said:
Hmm. With the new experimental feature you mean?
But what I mean is it is broken sometimes. Doesn't accept the pattern. It shows the pattern path as correct and just hangs there, not unlocking, until I off and on the screen.
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I have the same issue. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. I give up sometimes and just enter it manually.

JJsevol said:
I have the same issue. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. I give up sometimes and just enter it manually.
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Do you have Secure Settings?
And in secure setting do you have System+ Module enabled and set up as Device Admin?
What me and @rootSU were talking about is just a, you can say a bug, where the pattern is complete but it just hangs to unlock.You can see the pattern (Which I think sucks because someone else can see if you just leave your phone on that screen) but it just stays there. You lock your phone again and upon swiping the regular slide lock, there shouldn't be any prompt anymore and it should work fine after that.
I know using Tasker alone cause a lot of error like not disabling lock screen at all and just a blank screen sometimes.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.benhirashima.skiplock
Works great

ChongoDroid said:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.benhirashima.skiplock
Works great
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Have you tried it with lollipop? Does it work?

sorcio91 said:
Have you tried it with lollipop? Does it work?
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I'll check right now on my n5
Edit: nope, says incompatible device on my n5.
Sorry can't test 5.0 on G3 as theirs no ROM for d852 yet.

where can I get latest Google services?
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Fingerprint unlock problem

With latest firmware (G930FXXU1APD1-G930FDBT1APC5-DBT) Im having problems when unlocking the device with fingerprint. It does not allow me, but instead I get:
“Enter pin instead of using fingerprint recognition because of security policy”
And I have to use the PIN.
This happens when locking the display with “lock wedged”. If the lock is made with button (power) ... or time out display. Then I can normally use the fingerprint.
Does someone also facing the problem?
Is there any solution – setting?
Best.
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Yes i had this and tried to reset my fingerprints when i tried that settings error and closed, then i couldnt change anything, pin, fingerprints, couldnt even factory reset. Cause it always asked for my pin and after i entered it settings would error rebooting didnt help. Finally using android device manager from my pc i had to do an erase. My s7 is stock and it had nothing disable at the time this happen.

ducy1 said:
With latest firmware (G930FXXU1APD1-G930FDBT1APC5-DBT) Im having problems when unlocking the device with fingerprint. It does not allow me, but instead I get:
“Enter pin instead of using fingerprint recognition because of security policy”
And I have to use the PIN.
This happens when locking the display with “lock wedged”. If the lock is made with button (power) ... or time out display. Then I can normally use the fingerprint.
Does someone also facing the problem?
Is there any solution – setting?
Best.
D.
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there might be extra Policy set on ur device.
go to setting > Security > click on Clear Credentials
+ also check what is ur device administrator
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I had that even on my Nexus 6P when using Nova's double tap to lock feature. I think it's something to do with Marshmallow actually.
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Geeks Empire said:
there might be extra Policy set on ur device.
go to setting > Security > click on Clear Credentials
+ also check what is ur device administrator
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Clear credentials is not active.
Device Admin - APP is added.
So the error is still there.

ducy1 said:
Clear credentials is not active.
Device Admin - APP is added.
So the error is still there.
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You can try Samsung's Good Lock app from Galaxy Apps store or, if you live outside U.S., from apkmirror.com. It's a System UI update that allows fingerprint unlock with third party locking widgets.

@ avah
This actually works. But ... then I get totally different lock screen display etc... that I actually don’t like.
So ... till now ... no real solution.
Best.

Hay
Question.
Is it possible to flash the phone back to previous ROM version via Odin… and you won’t get Knox void .. or something else??
I'm thinking to go back to previous ROM when lock and fingerprint worked OK.
Best
D.

This is a duplicate of: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/help/security-policy-prevents-fingerprint-t3354270
You can find details on that thread about this problem.

I'm having the same issue and I must say it is very annoying. Can't really see any reason why this should interfere with the security. Should be my choice to be honest. Would be nice to have a solution to this. Looks like it's been an issue for a long time as well. Found some threads about the 6P for example with the same issue.

Try use other app to pass that policy: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.luutinhit.doubletapscreenoff

When using app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.luutinhit.doubletapscreenoff please choose check box show clear view to fix this problem.

ducy1 said:
With latest firmware (G930FXXU1APD1-G930FDBT1APC5-DBT) Im having problems when unlocking the device with fingerprint. It does not allow me, but instead I get:
“Enter pin instead of using fingerprint recognition because of security policy”
And I have to use the PIN.
This happens when locking the display with “lock wedged”. If the lock is made with button (power) ... or time out display. Then I can normally use the fingerprint.
Does someone also facing the problem?
Is there any solution – setting?
Best.
D.
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A third-party lock screen app call 'Quick Gesture Pro' on google play may work for you

bruce88 said:
A third-party lock screen app call 'Quick Gesture Pro' on google play may work for you
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Are you aware of that you are answering a post that is almost half a year old?

gerhard_wa said:
Are you aware of that you are answering a post that is almost half a year old?
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Yes but the problem still remains so it was a good initiative. I've got a brand new S7 and I find this very annoying. If I switch off my screen with Nova, I have to use fingerprint+PIN Code to unlock. If I switch it with physical buttons, I only have to use fingerprints..

Fixed
Search 4 knock on app on playstore.
Instal
Tap on create icon. Turn off the rest options

Fixed by installing a third party screen locker.

Kholargol said:
Fixed by installing a third party screen locker.
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Which one?

xavier2k3 said:
Which one?
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Screen Lock Pro

luutinhit.1412 said:
When using app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.luutinhit.doubletapscreenoff please choose check box show clear view to fix this problem.
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Your app is too many pop-up ads, so bad. I uninstall it quickly.

active display

Anyone using any third party apps yet to do more with the AMOLED around active display like on moto or Samsung

This. And double tap to wake / sleep . . Nova launcher takes administrator settings and won't let the phone wake without a pattern then smh
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Always on AMOLED.. works well

varun.gid said:
Always on AMOLED.. works well
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But does it eat the battery?

icecicle said:
This. And double tap to wake / sleep . . Nova launcher takes administrator settings and won't let the phone wake without a pattern then smh
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All the applications i have found seem to do this. You have to make the application a device administrator for it to work but because the application is controlling the lock, the fingerprint doesnt work and it forces you to enter the pattern. I am coming from a moto and really miss the breathing notifications.
varun.gid said:
Always on AMOLED.. works well
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I use this at night but I don't really want the screen on all day, if this had a "breathing" function it would be nice. Hoping google releases an update to change the ambient display.

That's what I'm asking. There are a bunch of apps meant for this. Trying to see what people have success with

Bump....

Using Notific Pro without administrator permissions, only enabled notification access on the overview screen of the app. Works pretty well for me...

"OK Google" command not always waking the phone up

Anyone else having inconsistent results with saying "OK Google" while the screen is off?
It seems to work fine when actively using the phone, but if I hit the power button to turn off the screen then it may (or may not) turn the screen on with the Assistant after saying "OK Google" (nothing happens).
I tried turning on fingerprint/pin security, but this will still sometimes not respond to the command. Additionally, it will also still sometimes ask me for a pin even though I have "Trusted Voice" enabled.
Not sure if it's a hardware issue or software related (again, everything works perfectly if the phone screen is already on and in use).

Always works for me. Maybe you can try to redo the voice recognition step that was done when the phone was set up.

Yea, I've tried retraining my voice but still with the same results. It will at times always work perfectly and other times will be as if it doesn't hear my voice at all. I don't have any new apps installed and I even did a factory reset. Leaning towards getting an exchange but part of me thinks it's software related.

I think I've run into this issue a few times, but may need to see if it keeps happening.
I think most of the time that it has happened to me is when signal is low. I think signal definitely plays a role since the server has to translate your voice (maybe). At least that's how I think software listens to your voice and recognizes it was you and what you were saying.
Were you in an area with weaker signal when trying to say ok google?

kinetic758 said:
Yea, I've tried retraining my voice but still with the same results. It will at times always work perfectly and other times will be as if it doesn't hear my voice at all. I don't have any new apps installed and I even did a factory reset. Leaning towards getting an exchange but part of me thinks it's software related.
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I had the issue a couple times when I was experimenting with the feature. I think it is software related.
I think it is quite sensitive because as the warning goes "it can be a less secure method"
If I spam the fingerprint scanner it will say "too fast" and then require pin.
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ryken229 said:
Always works for me. Maybe you can try to redo the voice recognition step that was done when the phone was set up.
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xShadoWxDrifTx said:
I think I've run into this issue a few times, but may need to see if it keeps happening.
I think most of the time that it has happened to me is when signal is low. I think signal definitely plays a role since the server has to translate your voice (maybe). At least that's how I think software listens to your voice and recognizes it was you and what you were saying.
Were you in an area with weaker signal when trying to say ok google?
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I was not connected to wifi but the signal seemed fine. I'll keep an eye on it next time.

nednednerb said:
I had the issue a couple times when I was experimenting with the feature. I think it is software related.
I think it is quite sensitive because as the warning goes "it can be a less secure method"
If I spam the fingerprint scanner it will say "too fast" and then require pin.
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The interesting thing is that it would also not work when I had no lock screen security on at all. In this case it just failed to turn on the screen and initiate the Assistant.

kinetic758 said:
The interesting thing is that it would also not work when I had no lock screen security on at all. In this case it just failed to turn on the screen and initiate the Assistant.
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Hmm looking here
https://www.google.ca/search?q=ok+google+trusted+voice+not+working
It appears it is definitely a software issue that isn't singled out in the Pixel
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nednednerb said:
Hmm looking here
https://www.google.ca/search?q=ok+google+trusted+voice+not+working
It appears it is definitely a software issue that isn't singled out in the Pixel
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Hm. But does "trusted voice" even matter if I've disabled all lock screen options? I thought it was only relevant if you had a pin/fingerprint set up (it was flaky with and without fingerprint for me).

kinetic758 said:
Hm. But does "trusted voice" even matter if I've disabled all lock screen options? I thought it was only relevant if you had a pin/fingerprint set up (it was flaky with and without fingerprint for me).
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In my settings in appears "Trusted Voice" is about waking the screen when it is off and "unlocking" to home screen and assistant EVEN IF other security features are off.
In OK Google settings is where I see trusted voice and the settings to voice wake device. Security settings are a different section.
What happens when you turn all security off and decrypt your device so there is no pin or password whatsoever?
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nednednerb said:
In my settings in appears "Trusted Voice" is about waking the screen when it is off and "unlocking" to home screen and assistant EVEN IF other security features are off.
In OK Google settings is where I see trusted voice and the settings to voice wake device. Security settings are a different section.
What happens when you turn all security off and decrypt your device so there is no pin or password whatsoever?
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I've added my work location as a "Trusted Location" (this is the place where OK Google seems to fail most of the time). It seems to be working better this way, but it's still a little too early to tell. If this doesn't work, then I'll try the tips you mentioned. Thanks again.

What is scary for me, is any time there is a Pixel commercial on TV and the guy says "OK Google", my phone wakes up. So quite the opposite from the OP experience. Actually scary from a security standpoint. The old Motos used to allow limited functionality via voice but not full unlock (smart idea). There should be a way to remotely disable voice detection if you lose your phone.

kinetic758 said:
I've added my work location as a "Trusted Location" (this is the place where OK Google seems to fail most of the time). It seems to be working better this way, but it's still a little too early to tell. If this doesn't work, then I'll try the tips you mentioned. Thanks again.
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I did this and am still having sporadic issues with it not waking after "OK Google". It fails probably 1 in 10 times which was the same rate as before it was added as a Trusted Location.

dispatch said:
I did this and am still having sporadic issues with it not waking after "OK Google". It fails probably 1 in 10 times which was the same rate as before it was added as a Trusted Location.
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I'm sorry to hear that. A little comforting to know I'm not the only one with this issue
A buddy of mine has a Pixel as well, and his responds to "OK Google" from sleep 99% of the time, so not sure if there's a difference in hardware tolerance with the mic (or whatever low power hardware they're using for "always on" listening), software, or if his voice is just easier for the phone to recognize.
Besides this issue, the phone is perfect (no scratches, no dead/stuck pixels etc), so I'm really on the fence about asking for an exchange.

I would consider a non-functioning "Hello Google" to be a benefit. The first thing I do on any Android device is remove as much as possible of Google's nasty Spyware, starting with the Google Now launcher and the "Hello Google" search.
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kinetic758 said:
I'm sorry to hear that. A little comforting to know I'm not the only one with this issue
A buddy of mine has a Pixel as well, and his responds to "OK Google" from sleep 99% of the time, so not sure if there's a difference in hardware tolerance with the mic (or whatever low power hardware they're using for "always on" listening), software, or if his voice is just easier for the phone to recognize.
Besides this issue, the phone is perfect (no scratches, no dead/stuck pixels etc), so I'm really on the fence about asking for an exchange.
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I really don't think it's the hardware, but you never know. I don't yet have a large enough sample size to say if 1 in 10 is accurate in the long run or if it is truly closer to 1 in 100 that it fails to wake. I always assume we're beta testers for Google anyway so I have come to expect things like this.
aquatarkus said:
I would consider a non-functioning "Hello Google" to be a benefit. The first thing I do on any Android device is remove as much as possible of Google's nasty Spyware, starting with the Google Now launcher and the "Hello Google" search.
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I waffle back and forth on immersing myself (and my data) with Google to get the benefits of their products. However, if you buy a Pixel, you should damn well know what you're getting yourself into, and I find that your device will be much less useful if you do what you say you do. As always though, to each their own.

dispatch said:
I waffle back and forth on immersing myself (and my data) with Google to get the benefits of their products. However, if you buy a Pixel, you should damn well know what you're getting yourself into, and I find that your device will be much less useful if you do what you say you do. As always though, to each their own.
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This. I've embraced (at least for now) the fact that Google is collecting information about me. I've bought into it (also purchased a Google Home) with the hope that this will make my life easier (if slightly). A double-edged sword, for sure.

dispatch said:
However, if you buy a Pixel, you should damn well know what you're getting yourself into, and I find that your device will be much less useful if you do what you say you do.
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I figure I'm smart enough not to need Google to run my life for me. I will first root the Pixel and remove the stuff I don't want. When a suitable version of CyanogenMod becomes available, I'll flash that into it, as it provides additional security/privacy controls.
Anyway, I hadn't meant to highjack this thread....
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kinetic758 said:
I've added my work location as a "Trusted Location" (this is the place where OK Google seems to fail most of the time). It seems to be working better this way, but it's still a little too early to tell. If this doesn't work, then I'll try the tips you mentioned. Thanks again.
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Also try training the voice by saying Ok Google at 3 slightly different volumes and with varied pace. Do say it clearly each time. I found voice recognition doesn't work as well if I train it with a forced or monotone rhythm. Cos real voice is more fluid and not always the same.
Good luck
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Mine works every time.
This was never the case on the Nexus 6P.
The only time the Pixel DIDN'T wake up is when it was on low battery and save mode got enabled. I believe this disables the always listening feature of this app.
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Quick Launching Camera from Lockscreen

I must be missing something but hell if I can figure out how to launch the camera from the lockscreen.
Used to be able to do it with a double power button click on my S8 but on my VZW Pixel 3 it brings up the code unlock first. I find that there are many times I just want to take a quick shot without having to unlock the phone.
For that matter, does Pie offer lockscreen widgets at all?
Thanks for your help.

kylebellamy said:
I must be missing something but hell if I can figure out how to launch the camera from the lockscreen.
Used to be able to do it with a double power button click on my S8 but on my VZW Pixel 3 it brings up the code unlock first. I find that there are many times I just want to take a quick shot without having to unlock the phone.
For that matter, does Pie offer lockscreen widgets at all?
Thanks for your help.
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Search on settings for camera
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gvsukids said:
Search on settings for camera
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I did actually and don't see it there. Additionally, checked Lockscreen, Security and Googled like mad. lol

Is
Settings > System > Gestures > Jump to Camera
On?
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stevexyz0 said:
Is
Settings > System > Gestures > Jump to Camera
On?
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Yep. Double checked it. Still forcing me to unlock before allowing the camera to launch.

kylebellamy said:
Yep. Double checked it. Still forcing me to unlock before allowing the camera to lunch.
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Strange, works for me. It's possible a Device Administrator (work email, etc) is preventing it... They sometimes disable certain functions while the screen is locked.
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stevexyz0 said:
Strange, works for me. It's possible a Device Administrator (work email, etc) is preventing it... They sometimes disable certain functions while the screen is locked.
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Yeah that's why I came here to ask. It doesn't seem to make sense. Especially since I have not set this up for work stuff yet.
Is there a general lockscreen widget area?

kylebellamy said:
Yeah that's why I came here to ask. It doesn't seem to make sense. Especially since I have not set this up for work stuff yet.
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I would check Settings > Security > Advanced > Device admin apps to make sure there is not an administrator enabled that could be interfering.
Is there a general lockscreen widget area?
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AFAIK support for lock screen widgets was removed in Lollipop.

stevexyz0 said:
AFAIK support for lock screen widgets was removed in Lollipop.
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Ah, yes, those were the days (pre-Lollipop) when my lockscreen was super useful and interactive, and so was my notification ticker in the status bar. I feel like an old man now remember how good things USED to be. lol
But to the OP, something is clearly wrong as this feature is turned on by default on Pixel devices. Try a factory reset. You can backup your phone to your computer using the adb backup and restore commands.

Did you select Camera as default app when launching with the phone unlocked? The first time it will give you the "open with" dialog. For me it was Camera and Snapchat. I selected camera and always, and now can launch camera from anywhere.

fury683 said:
Did you select Camera as default app when launching with the phone unlocked? The first time it will give you the "open with" dialog. For me it was Camera and Snapchat. I selected camera and always, and now can launch camera from anywhere.
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I noticed this as well. OP, are you having the app selection menu popup after entering your pin?

Press the power button twice to activate the camera from the lock screen. Can't activate the camera from the touch screen

Kinda sucks though it doesn't work if u have a passcode it still needs entering to use the camera

acidspider said:
Kinda sucks though it doesn't work if u have a passcode it still needs entering to use the camera
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No, it'll work. You can't view pictures taken before using the camera unless you unlock

I try and get this screen

Works for me with pattern lock, don't use pin.

Just go to the camera settings then scroll down and turn on Quick launch

Enter your pin, and select one of your camera apps as "always" then it'll allow you to skip the pin when you double tap. ?

box911 said:
Press the power button twice to activate the camera from the lock screen. Can't activate the camera from the touch screen
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Thank you for the tip!

I hope by now the problem has been resolved, I was also looking out how to access the camera from the lock screen and it turns out (thanks to advice from friends not from anything I found from the many internet searches) that if you click the power button twice the camera pops up. You can check this by going to Settings- System - Gestures - Jump to Camera.