Windows 10: How do I enable back the feature known as "Windows Spotlight"?

Discus and support How do I enable back the feature known as "Windows Spotlight"? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Short description in case it's no the right name: the cool lock screens showing places of the world, which you can give your opinion on.Since the day I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Zachary Ivanko, Oct 31, 2023.

  1. How do I enable back the feature known as "Windows Spotlight"?


    Short description in case it's no the right name: the cool lock screens showing places of the world, which you can give your opinion on.Since the day I had to modify my License Key which got voided suddenly without me knowing why, I haven't been able to re-enable the "Windows Spotlight" feature.I very much miss the unique lock screens I'd get every week or so...Anyways, when I check my settings, a message appears saying that "some settings are managed by my organisation", to which I don't understand the meaning. Who is my "organisation"? my computer is MY personal computerI've tried many d

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    Zachary Ivanko, Oct 31, 2023
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  2. How to re-enable Windows Spotlight feature on Windows 10?

    Hello Dmirtiy,



    Thank you for posting on Microsoft Community. We regret the inconvenience caused and will assist you in resolving the issue.



    From the above description, I understand you want to re-enable Spotlight feature on the PC.



    Windows Spotlight is a new feature released in the operating system for the customers delight.
    Windows Spotlight feature is available only when your PC is connected to the internet. The pictures on the lock screen changes automatically everyday day, if you are connected to the internet.
    Windows Spotlight automatically shows images from Bing or promotes some
    Windows Store applications and shows their images, for example: Fresh paint.



    You will find the Spotlight feature in the Settings page under
    Personalization option.



    Follow the steps below to enable Windows Spotlight feature on the lock screen:




    • Press Windows logo key on the keyboard, type
      Settings and select the top most search result.

    • Select Personalization and click on
      Background from the left side panel on the window.

    • Under Background from the right side panel of the window, select
      Spotlight from the dropdown menu.

    • Wait for the preview to show in the Preview, close the window and lock the screen (Press
      Windows logo + L keys on the keyboard) to check if the changes are effective.


    Write to us with the status of the issue on the same post for further assistance.
    Your reply is most important for us to ensure we assist you accordingly.



    Thank you.
     
    Likhitha V, Oct 31, 2023
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  3. Enabling Window Spotlight feature on Windows 10.

    Hi Zeina,



    Windows Spotlight is a new feature introduced in Windows 10 operating system for the customers delight.
    Windows Spotlight feature is available only when your computer is connected to the internet. The pictures on the lock screen changes automatically everyday day, if your computer is connected to the internet.
    Windows Spotlight automatically shows images from Bing or promotes some
    Windows Store applications and shows their images, for example: Fresh paint.



    You will find the Spotlight feature in the Settings page under
    Personalization option.



    Write to us with the status of enabling Windows Spotlight images on the computer after following
    ZigZag3143 (Windows & Devices for IT Pro MS –MVP) suggestion in the same post for further assistance. Your reply is most important for us to ensure we assist you accordingly.



    Thank you.
     
    Likhitha V, Oct 31, 2023
    #3
  4. Dyan Rey Win User

    How do I enable back the feature known as "Windows Spotlight"?

    Windows Spotlight on the lock screen

    Hi,

    There are multiple causes on why you're encountering this issue. To further troubleshoot the issue, we suggest that you disable and re-enable Spotlight. Simply follow the steps below:

    • Right-click on the desktop and open Personalize.
    • Open Lock Screen tab.
    • Under Background, switch from Windows Spotlight to a Picture or the Slideshow.
    • Click OK and close the Window.
    • Now Log off and log in.
    • Navigate to Lock screen and enable Windows Spotlight again.

    Let us know how it works.
     
    Dyan Rey, Oct 31, 2023
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