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.
 
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Step 2
 
When you select it, the Personalization settings get opened. Select the Lock screen.
 
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Step 3
 
Click on the screen timeout settings.
 
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Step 4
 
A new window will open. Change the default settings to your desired ones.
 
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Alternate Method

 
Step 1
 
Right-click on the Window button at the bottom-left corner of your desktop and select Control Panel.
 
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Step 2
 
On the next window, select the Power Options.
 
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Step 3
 
Now, click on Change plan settings.
 
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Step 4
 
In the drop-down,  select the desired value and click on Save Changes.
 
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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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