How to quickly lock your computer
Lock Windows 10 PC instead of “Sleep” or “Shut Down”
Option 1: Use the Windows Lock Key
- Press Win+L at the same time. The computer will lock immediately, and you can enter your password when you come back to use it again.
Option 2: Use Control+Alt+Delete as a Windows Lock Shortcut
- Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete
- Select Lock on the options screen.
Option 3: Use the Start Menu to Lock the Screen
- Select the Start menu.
- Select the user avatar for your Windows account on the left side of the screen.
- Select Lock.