Windows Default Lock Screen: Personalize it in Simple Steps

Well, howdy there! Let’s talk about that there Windows default lock screen, you know, that picture thingy you see when you first turn on your computer. It ain’t nothin’ fancy, but it’s there, and I reckon we can make it a bit more… well, you.

First off, what is this here lock screen anyways? It’s just a picture, ya see? Like a postcard, but on your computer screen. Keeps folks from just jumpin’ into your stuff if you ain’t around. Windows, they stick a picture there for ya, but bless their hearts, it ain’t always the prettiest thing. Sometimes it’s a flower, sometimes a mountain, sometimes just some blurry colors. Makes ya wonder who picks these things.

Now, if you’re stuck with that there default lock screen, don’t you fret none. Changin’ it is easier than pie. And why would you wanna change it? Well, why not? You wouldn’t wear the same ol’ dress every day, would ya? Same goes for your computer. Make it somethin’ you like lookin’ at. Maybe a picture of the grandkids, or that there prize-winning pumpkin you grew last summer. Makes it feel more like home, ya know?

So how do you go about doin’ it? Well, it ain’t rocket science, that’s for sure. First, you gotta go to what they call the “Settings.” Sounds fancy, but it ain’t. Just click on that there little window thingy at the bottom left of your screen – the “Start” button, they call it. Then, you see that little gear? Looks like a cog in a machine. Click on that. That’s your “Settings.”

• Click “Start.”
• Click the “Settings” gear.

Now, you’re gonna see a whole bunch of stuff, but don’t you go gettin’ all flustered. We’re lookin’ for somethin’ called “Personalization.” It’s got a picture of a little paint brush next to it. Click on that, and then you’ll see “Lock Screen.” Easy peasy.

• Find “Personalization” (it has a paint brush picture).
• Click on “Lock Screen.”

Alright, now you’re in the right spot. You’ll see a little box that shows you what your lock screen looks like right now. And below that, you got choices. Lots of ‘em! You can pick a picture that Windows gives ya, or, and this is the fun part, you can pick your own! Just click on that little button that says “Browse” and find your picture. Could be in your “Pictures” folder, or maybe on your “Desktop.” Just click on it, and bam! You got yourself a brand new lock screen.

Personalizing your lock screen ain’t just about pretty pictures, though. You can also choose what kind of information shows up there. Like, do you want to see the time and date real big? Or maybe a little weather report? You can even pick an app to show you some quick info, like your calendar or emails. But don’t go puttin’ nothin’ too personal there, you hear? Don’t want strangers snoopin’ at your business.

Some folks like to have what they call a “slideshow” on their lock screen. That’s just a fancy way of sayin’ you can have a bunch of pictures that change every so often. Like a little photo album on your computer. Keeps things interestin’, I reckon. To do that, you just pick “Slideshow” instead of “Picture” in the lock screen settings, and then tell it where your pictures are. Easy as that.

And what if you mess up? Well, don’t you worry none. You can always go back to that default Windows lock screen. Just go back to the settings and pick one of the pictures Windows gives ya. They ain’t the prettiest, but they’ll do in a pinch.

Now, some folks might tell ya about fancy ways to change the lock screen, messin’ with the computer’s insides and all that. But I say, why bother? This way is simple, and it works. No need to get all technical and confused. This here’s for plain folk, like you and me.

So, go on now and change that there Windows lock screen. Make it somethin’ you like lookin’ at. It’s your computer, after all. You paid good money for it, so you might as well make it your own. And if you get stuck, just ask one of the young’uns. They know all about these computer things. But remember, keep it simple, keep it personal, and keep it safe. That’s the best way to do things, I reckon.

And one more thing, I heard some folks talking about “*” running on the computer. Sounds scary, but it ain’t nothin’ to worry about. It’s just the thing that makes that there lock screen work. Just let it be, and it’ll do its job. No need to go pokin’ around where you don’t belong.

So there you have it. A simple, down-home way to change that there default lock screen. Now go on and make your computer a little bit more you.