how to lock laptop with password

To lock a laptop with a password on Windows, you first need to set a password for your user account if it is not already set. Then, you can manually lock the laptop anytime using keyboard shortcuts. Here are the main steps:

1. Set a user account password:

   • Open Control Panel, go to User Accounts, then Manage another account.
   • Select your account and click "Create a password".
   • Enter and confirm a new password, add a hint, and create the password. Or alternatively, go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options > Password, and add a password there.

2. Lock the laptop manually when you leave:

   • Press Windows key + L to lock the screen instantly.
   • Alternatively, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete and select "Lock".

3. To unlock the laptop, enter your password on the login screen.

This password locks your laptop and keeps your files and programs safe until you log in again with the password.