Windows 10: password not recognized on lock-screen of Windows 10.

I booted up my computer running Windows 10 and entered my password on the lock- screen,but it is not recognized. There is no 'forgot password" link. How to I get into my computer. Logging on my Microsoft account yields no answers.

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Window 10 does not recognize password

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.

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

I also suggest you to change the language and check.

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

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

Thank you.

 

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.

 

change the lock screen password

Hi Eric,

Let us resolve you concern regarding on how you can change your lock screen password. We suggest that you follow the steps below:

• Press the Windows key; then, select Settings.
• Click Accounts; then, Sign-In Options.
• Tap the Change button in the Password section.
• Re-enter your password; then, create a new password.

We would appreciate it if you could get back to us and provide us your feedback.