Lock Screen Background Windows 11

| Type | Description | Source | |------|-------------|--------| | | Automatically downloads and cycles new high-resolution images from Bing and other curated sources. Also occasionally displays “Like what you see?” prompts and facts about the image. | Microsoft servers (online required) | | Picture | A single static image of your choice (JPG, PNG, BMP, etc.). | Local storage or connected drive | | Slideshow | Cycles through a folder of images at a defined interval (e.g., every 10 minutes, 1 hour, or 1 day). | Local folder, OneDrive, or network location |

When using Windows Spotlight, the Lock Screen background also displays: lock screen background windows 11

Windows 11 respects high-contrast themes on the Lock Screen: if a high-contrast theme is enabled, the Lock Screen background may be replaced with a solid color to improve text readability (time, date, notifications). This can be disabled via accessibility settings if desired. | Local storage or connected drive | |

This is a powerful feature that lets you see "at-a-glance" information without unlocking your PC. You can choose one app to display a detailed status on the bottom left or right of the screen. Supported apps include: This is a powerful feature that lets you