How To Change Windows 10 Lock Screen Timings

Introduction

 

In Windows 10, we have a default lock screen showing alike screen saver when turning off the display. It is a good feature for securing your PC when you are away for a long time. The only problem is the timing of the lockout. The default time is set to be, generally, 5 minutes which is quite a long time for someone else to access your files and documents. But, it is possible to increase/decrease the time of turning off the display for the lock screen. 

 

Step 1

 

First, right-click on the desktop. Then, click on the Personalize.

 

 

Step 2

 

When you select it, the Personalization settings get opened. Select the Lock screen.

 

 

Step 3

 

Click on the screen timeout settings.

 

 

Step 4

 

A new window will open. Change the default settings to your desired ones.

 

 

Alternate Method

 

Step 1

 

Right-click on the Window button at the bottom-left corner of your desktop and select Control Panel.

 

 

Step 2

 

On the next window, select the Power Options.

 

 

Step 3

 

Now, click on Change plan settings.

 

 

Step 4

 

In the drop-down,  select the desired value and click on Save Changes.

 

 

Summary 

 

I hope you enjoyed this to change the lock screen timings. Follow C# Corner to learn more new and amazing things about Windows 10.

 

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