Windows 10: Locked out of my computer--typed password incorrectly

Discus and support Locked out of my computer--typed password incorrectly in Windows Hello & Lockscreen to solve the problem; I cannot get into my desktop computer since I typed my password incorrectly too many times. What can I do now to get in?... Discussion in 'Windows Hello & Lockscreen' started by Barbara VNX, Mar 24, 2020.

  1. Locked out of my computer--typed password incorrectly


    I cannot get into my desktop computer since I typed my password incorrectly too many times. What can I do now to get in?

    :)
     
    Barbara VNX, Mar 24, 2020
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  2. Computer stuck at lock screen and after Anniversary Update on Windows 10

    Hi,

    Do let us know if you are able to see any error message/ error code with locking the computer.

    Let us try the below steps to unlock and check if it helps.

    • I suggest you to restart the computer, try to unlock and check if the issue persists.
    • Use On-screen keyboard to type in your password and check if it helps.
    Click on the Ease of access on the lock screen at the right-bottom corner, turn on
    On-screen keyboard to type the password.

    Hope it helps. Try the above and update us the status of unlocking the device for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Mar 24, 2020
    #2
  3. Xylee Del Win User
    Windows 10 lock screen password

    We appreciate the details that you've provided. We suggest that you remove the lock screen password by following the steps below:

    • On the Windows search bar, type in Netplwiz and select the top most result.This window gives you access to Windows user accounts and many password controls.
    • Right at the top is a checkmark next to the option labeled Users must enter a username and password to use this computer.
      Uncheck that.
    • Click Apply and it will prompt you for your current password. Enter it twice. The next time you reboot, or your PC wakes up from a nap, you’ll no longer need to type in your password.

    Let us know the results.
     
    Xylee Del, Mar 24, 2020
    #3
  4. Locked out of my computer--typed password incorrectly

    Computer in lockdown

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community.

    I understand your inconvenience. We will assist you with it.

    If you are referring to the lock screen, I suggest you to follow the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    • On the lock screen, click on Ease of access icon next to network connection icon.
    • Click On Screen keyboard.
    • Type the password and check.

    I also suggest you to change the language and check.

    • On the lock screen, click on language icon next to network connection icon.
    • Click the language to US English.
    • Type the password and check.


    Hope this information is helpful. For any further information, feel free to contact us.

    Thank you.
     
    Syed Md Bilal, Mar 24, 2020
    #4
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