How To Enable Screen Saver In Windows 10

Introduction

A Screensaver is a computer software program that blanks the screen or fills it with moving images or patterns when the computer is not in use. The original purpose of screensavers was to prevent phosphor burn-in on CRT. Though modern monitors are not susceptible to this issue, Screensavers are still used for other decorative/entertainment purposes.

The monitors and flat panel displays used today no longer suffer from burn-in issues found with older CRT monitors. However, screen savers are still used for their aesthetic value and to password-protect a computer when the user is away from the keyboard. As screensavers are generally expected to activate when users are away from their Computer/Laptop, many screensavers can be configured to ask users for a password before permitting the user to resume work. This is a basic security measure against another person accessing the Computer/Laptop while the user is away from the Computer.

Note. Windows comes with six built-in screen savers that you can select.

Let us see, how you can enable Screen Saver on Windows 10 PC.

Step 1. Open Start.

Step 2. Search for "Change Screen Saver" and press the enter button to open "Screen Saver" Settings.

Note. Alternatively, you can open ScreenSaver Settings through Settings > Personalization > Lock Screen > Screen Saver Settings link.

Step 3. Under "Screen Saver," use the drop-down menu, and select the screen saver you want to choose. (By default, Windows 10 offers only the following six screensavers – 3D Text, Blank, Bubbles, Mystify, Photos and Ribbons).

Depending on the screen saver you choose, you can click the Settings button to customize different options.

Example 1. The 3D Text Screensaver lets you customize the text as well as the time.

Example 2. The Photos screensaver lets you display your favorite pictures as a screen saver.

Step 4. Using the "Wait" option, you can set the number of minutes of inactivity before the screen saver turns on.

Step 5. You can also check the "On resume, display logon screen" option to lock your device automatically when the screen saver turns on.

Step 6. Click on the "Apply" button to proceed.

Click 7. Now, click the "OK" button.

Conclusion

By following the above steps, you can enable Screen Saver on your Windows 10 PC.

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