There are a couple of different techniques for picking a door lock. The first involves using a paperclip or a credit card, and the second uses a rake or shim. Depending on the style of lock, one of these techniques might be easier to use than the others.
Using a paperclip
Using a paperclip to pick if a door lock is locked is a simple and effective technique. It works best if the door has been locked and the key is not in the lock. It can be used on any type of lock and will save you from spending money on a locksmith. You will need two paperclips and to shape them with your hands.
Using a credit card
Using a credit card to pick a door lock is a simple and effective way to open a door without power tools. The key is to pick the lock with a sturdy, thick plastic card. The card should be thin enough to fit between the crack and the door and thick enough to push the lock latch.
Using a rake
One of the most effective tools for picking locks is a rake. The rake is a small tool that works by brushing the pins of the lock. The pins of the lock will then align along a shear line and the lock will automatically open.
Using a shim
A shim is a thin piece of material that you can use to pick a door lock. The shim is typically made of plastic or metal, and it flexes around the frame of the door to disengage the latch. Using a shim requires very little training, and it only requires one target.
Using a plastic card
One way to bypass a door lock is to use a plastic card to press against the latch and push it forward. The card can either be a credit card or a plastic one. Both types can be re-used. First, place the card between the door frame, just above where you place the doorknob. Next, push the card forward and upwards to force the latch into the door.
Using a pick set
Lock picking is an art form that allows someone to open a door without destroying the door itself. This technique can be used in many different types of locks and is not necessarily reserved for criminals. Basic pick sets are small enough to fit into a wallet behind a credit card.
