How to Remove Door Handles?

Open the door and locate the screws on the handle plate or rose

Remove the visible screws with a screwdriver

If there are no visible screws, find the small release hole or set screw on the handle

Insert a pin, paperclip, or Allen key into the release hole and press or loosen it

Pull the handle off the spindle

Remove the escutcheon or cover plate if needed

Unscrew the latch plate on the door edge

Pull the latch mechanism out of the door

Keep all screws and parts together for reinstallation

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