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Locking the Screen

How to enable screen lock

Updated over a week ago

The screen lock icon appears on a recipe page, within Cook Mode, and in the shopping list.

To lock the screen, simply tap the lock icon in the top-right hand corner.

A message will appear to confirm that the screen has been locked:

To unlock the screen, tap the icon again.

A message will appear to confirm that the screen has been unlocked:

⚠️ Note: Battery use may increase while the screen lock is active since the display stays on continuously.


πŸ’‘ What Are the Benefits?

Using the screen lock feature has several practical advantages:

  • πŸ‘ Hands-free cooking: Keep your phone on and visible without touching it with messy hands.

  • ⏱️ Screen stays on: Prevents the screen from timing out while following a recipe or shopping list.

  • πŸ›’ Easier shopping: Keep your shopping list visible while pushing a trolley or basket.

  • πŸ” Quick reference: Avoid constantly unlocking your phone when switching between apps or steps in a recipe.

  • πŸ›‘οΈ Prevents accidental taps: Stops accidental touches that might close your recipe or change steps.

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