How to lock a door: 6 steps (with pictures)

Locking the door is a great idea, whether you are at home or not, to prevent unauthorized people from entering and committing malicious acts. If this is your first time closing the door, fear not, as the task is easy and quick to accomplish.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Locking from the inside

Step 1. Press down on the locking mechanism, which is a circular object in the center of the doorknob

Step 2. Turn the locking mechanism half a turn counterclockwise until you are no longer able to do this

Congratulations, you just locked the door

Method 2 of 2: Locking from the outside

Step 1. Take your key

All keys are different from each other, so you have to know which one is yours, or try each key until one fits.

Step 2. Slide your key into the lock

Step 3. Turn your key half a turn clockwise

Step 4. Done

Advice

Never leave your door open as it may be possible for someone to enter your home without your permission