# Lock Pattern Generator

> Password generator for pattern lock screens.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/in.shick.lockpatterngenerator](https://chrome-stats.com/d/in.shick.lockpatterngenerator)

## Overview

- **ID:** `in.shick.lockpatterngenerator`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Michael Shick
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 6,784,610
- **Rating:** 3.78 / 5 (21,665 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2
- **Last updated:** 2015-11-18
- **First published:** 2011-01-12
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=in.shick.lockpatterngenerator)
- **Website:** [http://git.shick.xyz/lockpatterngenerator/](http://git.shick.xyz/lockpatterngenerator/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://shick.xyz/etc/privacy-policy.html](https://shick.xyz/etc/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Lock Pattern Generator is a powerful Chrome extension designed to create secure and customizable lock patterns for Android's built-in pattern lock screen. With features including random pattern generation, adjustable minimum and maximum pattern lengths, and a handy practice mode, users can enhance their device security effortlessly. Additionally, it offers a quick shortcut to Android Security Settings to easily apply the generated patterns.

This free and open-source tool respects Android's security limitations by generating patterns only and not setting them directly. Licensed under GNU GPL v3+ and Creative Commons BY-SA 3.0, the source code is accessible for transparency and community contributions. Ideal for users seeking an easy way to improve their pattern lock security on Android devices.

## Rankings

- #19,249 — Overall

## Review summary

Users like that the app reliably generates patterns, offers a practice mode with preview/feedback, is lightweight and fun to use, and helps create secure patterns. Common complaints are visual/design shortcomings (dot/line sizes and arrows), confusion about it not locking the phone, and requests for better drawing guidance and more customization.

### Pros

- Generates random lock patterns and provides a practice mode with preview and feedback
- Helps create and test new lock-pattern ideas—useful for people who change patterns often or want more secure patterns
- Simple, easy to use and lightweight (small install, responsive)
- Entertaining/relaxing — feels like a small puzzle or pastime

### Cons

- Visual/design limitations: users want smaller dots, thinner lines, a more Android-style layout and clearer arrows/highlighting
- Does not actually act as a phone unlock—some users expect it to lock the device (causes confusion)
- Lacks step-by-step drawing guidance and more appearance/customization options
- Limited functionality for some users (won't replace the system lock or fully create/manage custom phone passwords)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/in.shick.lockpatterngenerator)