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By default, Lock is shown in the account picture menu on Windows 10 computer, as exhibited in the following picture. If you want to remove it from the menu, you can find the solution by keeping reading.
Step 1: Access Power Options.
Step 2: Click Choose what the power button does on the left.
Step 3: Tap Change settings that are currently unavailable in the System Settings window.
Step 4: Deselect Lock under Shutdown settings, and then hit Save changes.
If you want to show Lock in account picture menu again, make sure Lock is selected.
Note:
Step 1: Open Local Group Policy Editor: Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, and press Enter.
Step 2: Navigate to the following path: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > File Explorer
Step 3: Find Show lock in the user tile menu in the right pane.
Step 4: Double-click the option and select to enable or disable the Lock option.
To hide the Lock option: Select Disabled and click Apply > OK.
To show the Lock option: Select Enabled or Not Configured.
Step 5: Reboot your computer and you can see the change.
This method works for all Windows 10 editions, including Home.
Step 1: Open Registry Editor.
Step 2: Navigate to the following path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System
Step 3: Right-click on System, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, and name it DisableLockWorkstation.
Step 4: Set its value to 1 to hide the Lock option. Then set its value to 0 (or delete it) to show the Lock option. Restart your computer to apply the changes.
1. Why is the Lock option missing in my Account Picture menu?
If the Lock option is missing, it may have been disabled. You can use the methods above to re-enable it.
2. Can I lock my PC without using the Start menu?
Yes, you can press Win + L to instantly lock your PC.
3. Is disabling the Lock option recommended?
It depends on your needs. For shared computers, disabling the Lock option may be beneficial, but for personal security, keeping it enabled is recommended.
4. How do I remove the lock option from my Account Picture menu?
If you want to remove the "Lock" option from the Account Picture menu in the Start menu on Windows 10, you can do so using the mentioned methods in this article.
It is easy to show or hide the lock option in the Windows 10 Account Picture Menu. Whether you want to enhance security or simplify user access, these methods provide a quick and effective way to customize your system.
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