Quick Answer: Windows 10 How to Lock Screen?
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4 ways to lock your Windows 10 PC

  • Windows-L. Hit the Windows key and the L key on your keyboard. Keyboard shortcut for the lock!
  • Ctrl-Alt-Del. Press Ctrl-Alt-Delete.
  • Start button. Tap or click the Start button in the bottom-left corner.
  • Auto lock via screen saver. You can set your PC to lock automatically when the screen saver pops up.

What is the shortcut key for lock screen in Windows 10?

Now Press ALT+F4 keys and you will be immediately presented with the Shutdown dialog box. Select an option with the arrow keys & press Enter. If you wish, you can also create a shortcut to open Windows Shut Down Dialog Box. To lock your Windows computer using the keyboard shortcut, press the WIN+L key.

How do I enable lock screen in Windows 10?

You have to open the Lock Screen by either clicking on it or hitting Enter, which really is a waste of effort.

  1. Disable Windows 10 Lock Screen.
  2. In the right side pane, double-click on Do not display the lock screen to open its settings box.
  3. Select Enabled and click on Apply/OK.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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