Unlocking the ipod screen

how do you unlock your ipod screen if pluging it in to the computer dosent work?

I have no idea what the other poster is talking about (and I suspect, neither does he/she). Deleting certain folders from your iPod can cause serious harm.
You need to restore it.
How to restore the iPod to factory settings.

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Is there a (relatively simple) way to skip tracks with an iPod touch 5th gen using a physical button? I'm aware songs can be skipped on-screen without unlocking the iPod, but I'm looking for a method that doesn't require taking my eyes off the road.

Is there a (relatively simple) way to skip tracks with an iPod touch 5th gen using a physical button? I'm aware songs can be skipped on-screen without unlocking the iPod, but I'm looking for a method that doesn't require taking my eyes off the road while driving. For that reason, I'm also not interested in adding in headphones or additional devices that have the desired button functions. Going both forward and back would be great but I would be pleased just to have a "sight-free" way to go forward.
I've seen some mention here and there about ways to maybe change it so the volume buttons change tracks and holding the volume buttons changes the volume... but I don't know what's involved in that or if its even possible/recommended for a new 5th gen iPod. I think its a great device but its sadly lacking in music oriented functions and features... which is disappointing since music is why most people would bother getting one instead of some other "iDevice" :/

Given that you cannot do what you have asked for, perhaps you simply need to find another solution to your root problem.
Presumably, you want to skip to the next track because you don't want to hear the current one, and that is because...
You don't like it.
You've heard it recently and don't want to hear it now.
Simply don't want to hear it at this time.
For problem number 1. Don't put it on the iPod in the first place. (I know, obvious answer!)
For problem number 2. How about playing from a Smart Playlist (initially created in your iTunes Library) which has only songs you've not played recently?
For problem number 3. Hhhmmm! Create alternative Playlists for use in the car.
As for going back to the start of the "now playing" track.... Well, if your Playlist has only songs that you really, really want to hear, then you'll be looking forward to that rather go back to the beginning of the current song.
I'm not trying to be prescriptive, just giving you food for thought.
(They are all cheaper options than buying a car which can control the iPod from the steering wheel.)

My Ipod Touch Was dropped and screen is broken. How can I get It Fixed? I cannot Unlock the Ipod Touch, all I can do is play Music and Change Songs.

I Dropped My Ipod Gen 4 on a Granite Floor and it Spider webbed. Now all I can do is Play songs and change songs from the lock screen. I cannot unlock the Ipod or do anything else. Is there any way for me to get it fixed Cheap???

Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished one for $199 for 64 GB 4G and $99 for the other 4Gs. They do not fix yours.
Apple - iPod Repair price
You can do it at an Apple store by making an appointment:
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
or send it in to Apple. See:
Service Answer Center - iPod
A third-party place like the following maybe less. Google for more.
iPhone Repair, Service & Parts: iPod Touch, iPad, MacBook Pro Screens
Replace the screen yourself if you are up to it
iPod Touch Repair – iFixit

My ipod recently cracked and now the right side of the touchscreen is not working. I can't even unlock the touch screen. How do I fix this problem if it even can be fixed?

My ipod recently cracked and now the right side of the touchscreen is not working. I can't even unlock the touch screen. How do I fix this problem if it even can be fixed?

You can pay to have it repaired.

I cannot get my ipod to unlock, the touch screen does not work and I cant reset it

I cannot get my ipod to unlock, the touch screen will not work and everytime i try to reset it I take a picture. any suggestions

Try:
- Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Restore from backup. See:
iOS: How to back up
- Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.
- Make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar

My ipod is rejecting the correct screen lock to unlock the ipod. I have restored it but it is still asking for a passcode. How can I enter my ipod?

My ipod is rejecting the correct screen lock to unlock the ipod. I have restored it but it is still asking for a passcode. How can I enter my ipod? Is there a way to restore it so i can start over?

Place your device into recovery mode and then restore.
See here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
Also set your iPod up as a new device, rather that restoring from a previous backup.
Note: All user content on the device will be erased.

My friend's iPod touch 5th gen is locked somehow for 41 years and she does not have a backup. Is there a way to unlock the iPod without restoring it or loosing the pictures and videos from the camera roll?

My friend's iPod touch 5th gen is locked somehow for 41 years and she does not have a backup. Is there a way to unlock the iPod without restoring it or loosing the pictures and videos from the camera roll, the applications can be redownloaded and she had no music. Is there any known bug about ipods locking on their own because no one seemed to have tried to bypass the 4 digit code and it is locked for 26 million minutes.So thank you if anyone has any information or help for us.

Your friend may have placed the ipod next to an object that repeatedly pressed the screen. Under certain circumstances this can lead to what appears to the iTouch to be failed attempts to access the system. After repeated failed attempts, the Touch increases the waiting time required for the password and may ultimately lock in the way you describe.
It's been a while since this was posted, but this might be informative to someone else who finds themself in a similar predicament.

How to unlock my ipod screen

How do you unlock the ipod touch screen

Maybe:
Place the iPod in Recovery mode and then connect the iPod to your computer and restore via iTunes.
iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
Your description of your problem does not provide enough information for further suggestions.

HT4113 how can i unlocked the ipod disabled after too many wrong attempts

how can i unlocked the ipod disabled after too many wrong attempts

Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
For how to restore:
iTunes: Restoring iOS software
To restore from backup see:
iOS: How to back up
If you restore from iCloud backup the apps will be automatically downloaded. If you restore from iTunes backup the apps and music have to be in the iTunes library since synced media like apps and music are not included in the backup of the iOS device that iTunes makes.
You can redownload iTunes purchases by:
Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store
James5wins, you do not have to restore as new. Restoring from backup does NOT restore the screen-lock passcode.

How do i unlock the ipod controls on itunes?

How do i unlock the ipod so can delete songs that r on my ipos without auto update???

Go to Edit>Prefs>iPod and select 'manually update songs and playlists.'
Read the warning that iTunes gives and follow it!
hudgie

My youngest kid found oldest kid ipod and entered wrong password to many times and now it tells me the ipod is disabled connect to itunes and when i connect to itunes it tells me that i need to unlock the ipod what do i do

my youngest kid found oldest kid ipod and entered wrong password to many times and now it says it is disabled and i need to connect to itunes when i do it tells me i need to unlock the ipod and it wont let me what do i do

Connect the iPod to yur syncing computer and restore the iPod via iTunes.. If it asks for the passcode and you can't enter it, place the iPod in recovery mode and then restore the iPod. For recovery mode see:
iPhone and iPod touch: Unable to update or restore

I have a horizontal line across the middle of the ipod screen and the ipod and itunes won't sync. What is the line and is it connected to the no sync.

I have a horizontal line across the middle of the ipod screen and itunes and the ipod won't sync. What is the horizontal line and is it connected to the no sync.

Hey Dean Marvin,
Thanks for the question. These two symptoms are probablyh related. To troubleshoot, let's try resetting your iPod:
How to reset iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1320
Thanks,
Matt M.

I bought an Ipod touch Used, I connected to my PC and I wanted to restore it, but the restoration could not be completed, since my PC does not recognize my iPod or iTunes. On the iPod screen displays an image that says I need to connect the device to iTun

I bought an Ipod touch Used, I connected to my PC and I wanted to restore it, but the restoration could not be completed, since my PC does not recognize my iPod or iTunes. On the iPod screen displays an image thatsays I need to connect the device to iTunes.

http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1538
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My lil bro locked my ipod.. he doesnt know the combination he used though.. how can i unlock the ipod if i can't get it to unlock with itunes because its not registered in my cp?

my lil bro locked my ipod.. he doesnt know the combination he used though.. how can i unlock the ipod if i can't get it to unlock with itunes because its not registered in my cp?

Place the iPod in Recovery mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes.

I have ipod nano 4gb silver No: MA978ZP/A. IT IS NOT FUNCTIONING. WHEN I PUT USB INTO MY SYSTEM PORT, THE APPLE SYSTEM IN THE IPOD SCREEN IS BLINING ON AND OFF WHAT SHOULD I DO

I have ipod nano 4gb silver No: MA978ZP/A. IT IS NOT FUNCTIONING. WHEN I PUT USB INTO MY SYSTEM PORT, THE APPLE SYSTEM IN THE IPOD SCREEN IS BLINING ON AND OFF WHAT SHOULD I DO

See if this helps:
iOS: Unable to Update or Restore

Unlocking the ipod screen

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