Which of the following keyboard shortcut is used to lock the windows screen in windows 10?

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  1. Windows logo key + M
  2. Windows logo key + K
  3. Windows logo key + N
  4. Windows logo key + L

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Option 4 : Windows logo key + L
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The correct answer is Windows logo key + L.

Key Points

  • The Start Menu offers an option for locking your PC. Just click the Start button (the Windows icon), select your account name, and then click “Lock.”

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  • In addition to locking it from the Start menu, letting it lock automatically after a period of inactivity, and even using Bluetooth to lock when it senses you've left, there are two ways to lock Windows with quick keyboard shortcuts. 
  • The Ctrl+Alt+Delete keyboard shortcut is commonly used to kill unresponsive software, but you can also use it to lock your computer. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete, and then click “Lock” in the menu that appears.
  • There's an even faster way to lock the screen — do it in a single keystroke. Press the Windows and L keys at the same time. It should lock instantly. 

Additional Information

  • Windows logo key + l is used to lock the computer.
  • Windows logo key + i is used to open settings.
  • Windows logo key + f is used to open the feedback hub.
  • Windows logo key + r is used to open the run window.
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