Windows 8 Lock screen

The lock screen is a new feature introduced with Windows 8 that displays an image, the time and date, and can even show apps you wish to show such as your calendar, messages, and mail while the computer is locked. In the picture to the right, is an example of what the Windows 8 lock screen may look like. To get to the login screen from the lock screen swipe your finger up if you're using a touch screen, click and drag up if using a mouse, or press enter on the keyboard.

Tip: To lock the computer and show the lock screen press the Windows key + L.

Changing the Windows 8 Lock screen

1. Open the Charms by moving the mouse to the right-hand side of the screen or pressing the Windows key + C keys on the keyboard.
2. In Charms click Settings.
3. In the PC settings menu click More PC settings at the bottom.
4. In Personalize under Lock screen select the picture you want to use for the Lock screen.

Tip: At the bottom of the Lock screen section is Lock screen apps, which will allow you to add and remove apps from the Lock screen.

Getting out of the Lock screen

There are several ways to unlock the lock screen. Press the space bar, press enter, touch your finger and flip towards the top of the screen, or click your mouse and flick towards the top of the screen.