Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.
Hole release on door handle.
When you close the door this latch hooks into a hole in the door frame to keep the door closed.
The lock is set from inside the door.
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Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door.
If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door.
These hold the door handle s latching mechanism in place inside the hole in the door.
Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole.
If your door has no visible screws check the neck of the knob or lever for a small hole.
Look for a recessed slot in the shaft of the handle.
These locks appear on the handle of a door when either facing laterally or vertically the door will be locked or unlocked.
The latch is the angled metal piece that moves in and out of the hole on the inside edge of the door.