I'm new to the data phones. I've got a galaxy S3. It takes several taps to unlock the phone, tap on the call button, then if I've used contact last, then a tap to get to the dialer.

All the talk of the conceal carry has got me thinking about being prepared for an emergency. So, I'm in an emergency situation, I'm just gonna say, ah, "stop, wait a minute", I've got to unlock my phone, then tap, tap, then tap.

Is there a way to put the 911 contact # on the lock screen so when I swipe on it, it will start dialing? If not on that screen, then on the home screen?

I absolutely love my new phone, but the old flip phone was much faster when needing to dial. just flip it up and hit your speed dial #. Basically one step.

Any thoughts or suggestions to help me be better prepared?

Thanks,
Leslie