Customize the Lock screen on your Samsung PC

The most recognizable and noticeable feature of the Lock screen is the background. You can change the background to your favorite photo, slide show, or Windows spotlight.

Click the Start icon, and then click Settings. Click Personalization, and then click Lock screen. Click the drop-down menu under Background, and choose the desired setup:

Lock screen apps run in the background when your PC is locked. Selecting Lock screen apps allows you to receive status updates and notifications for your apps. For example, if you select the email app, you will get notifications that you have a new email even when your PC is locked.

Click the Start icon, and then click Settings. Click Personalization, and then click Lock screen. Click Add (the plus icon) under "Choose what apps show quick status on the lock screen." Next, select the desired app. You can only have one app that shows a detailed status, but you can have up to 7 apps for a quick status.

Cortana is a virtual assistant created by Microsoft! You can access Cortana straight from the Lock screen.

Click the Start icon, and then click Settings. Click Personalization, and then click Lock screen. Scroll to and click Cortana lock screen settings. Click the switch for "Use Cortana even when my device is locked." You can also check the box to allow Cortana access to calendar, email, messages, and Power BI data.

Note: To get Cortana tips on the Lock screen, choose Picture or Slideshow as your background.