How to Disable the Lock Screen Shortcut Key (Win L) in Windows

What I can suggest is to disable completely Win+X hotkeys:

1. Type regedit in RUN or Start search box and press Enter. It'll open Registry Editor.
2. Now go to following key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer.
3. In right-side pane, create a new DWORD NoWinKeys and set its value to 1.

1. How do I turn off L?
2. Why does my computer lock when I press L?
3. Where is the win Lock key?
4. How do I unlock a locked Windows 10 laptop?
5. How do I turn off lock screen on Windows 10?
6. How do I lock my windows key while playing games?
7. Why can't I lock my computer Windows 10?
8. What does Window l do?

How do I turn off L?

Disabling Windows logo + L keyboard shortcut

1. Step 1: Open Run dialog by simultaneously pressing Windows logo and R (Win+R) keys. ...
2. Step 2: In the Run dialog, type Regedit.exe and then press enter key. ...
3. Step 3: Once Registry Editor is launched, navigate to the following registry key:

Why does my computer lock when I press L?

By default, using the Windows+L key combination locks Windows, so you have to re-type your password to use the computer. ... When you lock your PC, it immediately returns you to the sign in screen, but unlike signing out, all your open apps and windows remain intact.

Where is the win Lock key?

The Windows key is a standard key on most keyboards on computers built to use a Windows operating system. It is labeled with a Windows logo, and is usually placed between the Ctrl and Alt keys on the left side of the keyboard; there may be a second identical key on the right side as well.

How do I unlock a locked Windows 10 laptop?

Method 1: When the Error Message States the Computer Is Locked by domain\username

1. Press CTRL+ALT+DELETE to unlock the computer.
2. Type the logon information for the last logged on user, and then click OK.
3. When the Unlock Computer dialog box disappears, press CTRL+ALT+DELETE and log on normally.

How do I turn off lock screen on Windows 10?

Kindly follow this steps if you want to turn off screen time out option:

1. Right click on your Desktop then choose personalize.
2. On your left choose Lock Screen.
3. Click on Screen Timeout Settings.
4. On the Screen option, Choose Never.
5. On the Sleep option, Choose Never.

How do I lock my windows key while playing games?

First, let me state for the record that the absolute best way to disable the Windows key while gaming is by purchasing and using a gaming keyboard with a built-in disable function. Gaming keyboards often have a simple toggle that will turn the Windows key off and on at will. It is by far the simplest solution.

Why can't I lock my computer Windows 10?

When the lock feature is disabled, you will be unable to lock your computer by either pressing Windows + L, Ctrl + Alt + Del, or clicking the Lock option from the Start menu. How to Enable / Disable Lock Workstation Feature? Press the Windows + R key combination to bring up a run box, type gpedit. msc and hit Enter.

What does Window l do?

This one's useful for laptops or whenever you want some privacy: Assuming you've set up a password for your Windows login username, press the Windows key+L. Immediately, the Lock Dialog will appear.