How to set the desktop computer to not automatically lock the screen

Feb 13,2025

For desktop computers, if you want to set it not to automatically lock the screen, you can take the following methods: 1. Set it through the Windows system

1. Open Settings: Press the Win+I shortcut key to open the Windows Settings window.

2. Enter power and sleep settings: In the "Settings" window, select the "System" option, and then click on "Power and Sleep".

3. Adjust screen and sleep settings: In the "Power and Sleep" interface, find the "Screen" and "Sleep" options. Set the time in the 'Screen' option to 'Never' so that the screen does not automatically turn off. Set the time in the 'sleep' option to 'never' to prevent the computer from entering sleep mode.

4. Save Settings: After completing the above settings, click the "Save Changes" button at the bottom of the window. 2、 Set up through the control panel

1. Open Control Panel: Press' Win+S', enter 'Control Panel' in the search box and click Open.

2. Enter power options: In the control panel, find and click on "Power Options".

3. Change plan settings: Select the currently used power plan and click "Change Plan Settings".

4. Adjust monitor and sleep settings: In the "Change Schedule Settings" window, set "Turn off monitor" to "Never". Set 'Put the computer into sleep mode' to 'Never' as well.

5. Save Settings: Click the "Save Changes" button to apply the changes. 3、 Turn off the screen saver

1. Open Settings: Press' Win+I 'to open the' Settings' window, select the 'Personalization' option, and then click on 'Lock Screen'.

2. Enter the screen saver settings: In the "lock screen interface", slide to the bottom and click on "screen saver settings".

3. Turn off the screen saver: In the pop-up "Screen saver settings" window, set the "Screen saver" option to "None". Make sure to uncheck 'Show login screen during recovery' to prevent the computer from automatically locking the screen.

4. Application settings: Click the "Apply" button, and then click the "OK" button to save the changes. 4、 Using third-party software

In addition to the above methods, some third-party software can also be used to prevent the computer from automatically locking the screen. For example:

Caffeine: This is a free tool that can temporarily disable the sleep function, allowing users to focus on work during specific time periods. After installation, run Caffeine and a small coffee cup icon will appear in the toolbar, indicating that the sleep prevention function has been turned on.

NoSleep: This is a tool that can prevent computer sleep. It keeps the mouse in a constantly moving state by simulating micro movements of the mouse, thereby preventing the computer from locking the screen and entering sleep mode.

When using third-party software, it is necessary to carefully choose and download software from legitimate sources to ensure the security and stability of the computer.

By using the above methods, it is possible to effectively set desktop computers not to automatically lock the screen. However, in practical use, in order to protect the data security and user privacy of the computer, it is recommended that users set the automatic screen lock time reasonably according to their actual needs.