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How to Remove the Windows 10 Lock Screen
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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How do I remove the Lock Screen function on my Windows PC or laptop?
A lot ofWindows10, 8.1users are trying to get rid of thelock screenand to tell you the truth I would to. It is quite annoying if you have aWindowsdesktop or laptop and you have to go through thelock screenevery time.TheWindows 8.1, 10lock screencan be removed by following one of the two options below. Depending on the version of Windows that you have one of them might not work properly for you. So follow the guidelines below and you will be able to fix this issue in just ten minutes of your time and also you will find out how you could switch thelock screenback on for future use if you want.
Tutorial for removing Windows lock screen:
1. From Group Policy Editor
2. From Registry Editor
Note: Both methods work for Windows 8, 8.1 and Windows 10. Even if there are different engines on each system, the interface of both Group Policy editor and Registry editor is the same. You can use these solutions whithout any problems on your Windows 10, 8.1 or 8 PC. However, we must mention that the screen lock function is useful especially if you do not want certain persons to access your desktop. Thus, we suggest you think twice before doing that.
Update: Windows 10 Lock Screen may have some issues, most specifically when some users lock the screen, it goes back to sign in screen and it returns to lock screen. Hopefully, on Microsoft forums, there where an user that described this problem and also gave a solution. If you have any issues with your lock screen that goes to the sign-in screen, here’s a video that you could use in order to fix this problem:
Above you have two methods on how to disable thelock screenfor yourWindows 8.1device, this is especially useful for the desktop PCs and laptops but you can also do this for your tablets or Smartphones if you wish. If you have any questions or issues with the steps posted above contact us by writing in the comments field of this page situated below.READ ALSO:Windows 10 build 17686 triggers infinite lock screen loops
Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
