Windows 10: Screen saver does not start

Discus and support Screen saver does not start in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; All of a sudden, my screen saver is not working. The computer stays on with wallpaper and icons all day long. I have checked the settings, and they... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by FrankGlaz, Jan 27, 2020.

  1. FrankGlaz Win User

    Screen saver does not start


    All of a sudden, my screen saver is not working. The computer stays on with wallpaper and icons all day long. I have checked the settings, and they seem to be ok.

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    FrankGlaz, Jan 27, 2020
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  2. screen saver

    Hi Jack,

    Thank you for using Windows10.

    Let us know what happens exactly when you try to set the screen-saver or put the computer to sleep.

    I would suggest you to review he settings and check. Here is the steps:

    To change Screen Saver:

    • Press Windows/Start key.
    • Type Screen Saver and click on Change Screen Saver.
    • Select the screensaver from the drop down menu and click on Apply.
    • Click on OK.
    To put the computer in sleep:

    • Press Windows/Start key.
    • Type Power and click on Power Options.
    • Select Change when the computer sleeps in the left panel.
    Reply with the updated status for further help and we'll be glad to assist.
     
    Navneet Anand, Jan 27, 2020
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  3. Rose Cal Win User
    Screen Saver/Desktop/Screen Saver

    Hi Jim,

    The issue you encountered with screen saver can be due to incorrect screen saver settings. To better isolate your concern, we'd like to ask the following:

    • Have you tried changing the screen saver settings?
    • Are you trying to off the the screen saver?

    Meanwhile, you can follow these steps to turn off your screen saver:

    • Open Settings and Select Personalization.
    • Click Lock screen, scroll down and choose Screen saver settings.
    • Choose None in the drop-down menu.
    • Select Apply.
    • Click OK.

    Keep us posted if you need additional help.
     
    Rose Cal, Jan 27, 2020
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  4. Argel Obm Win User

    Screen saver does not start

    screen saver

    Hi Kenneth,

    We need to gather more information for us to better understand your Screen Saver concern. Kindly answer the following:

    • How did you disable wake up password?
    • Are you seeing the log-in screen when waking up the computer from sleep?
    • How did you set up the Screen Saver? Kindly provide us the step-by-step process on how you did it.
     
    Argel Obm, Jan 27, 2020
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