A snib is a device to engage or disengage a lock without the use of a key. In Scottish English or Irish English, the word is sometimes used as a synonym for lock.

What is a snib used for?

A snib is a manually operated catch for the internal locking of Yale type locks. Once operated it prevents key holders from using the lock externally, or allows the door to be closed without the lock engaging. Colloquial also the button inside car doors for locking the car.

How does a digital lock work?

Electronic or Digital locks are electronic or battery-operated locks that do NOT require the use of physical keys for access. … Digital locks work by the use of any of the following: RFIDs, Pin codes, fingerprints, smartphones, and more.