Windows 10: Windows locks PC after 1 minute of inactivity instead of the specified time

Discus and support Windows locks PC after 1 minute of inactivity instead of the specified time in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I used secpol.msc, expanded "Local policies" and selected "Security options", then I set "Interactive logon: Machine inactivity limit" to 300 to make... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by IHaveAQuestionAboutMicros, Aug 14, 2024.

  1. IHAVEAQUESTIONABOUTMICROS
    IHaveAQuestionAboutMicros Win User

    Windows locks PC after 1 minute of inactivity instead of the specified time


    I used secpol.msc, expanded "Local policies" and selected "Security options", then I set "Interactive logon: Machine inactivity limit" to 300 to make Windows lock my PC after 5 minutes, but instead it locks after just 1 minute.Screensaver is off, I even set "Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop\ScreenSaveActive" to 0, however the issue still occurs. Since the security policy's description says that its value should be the max inactivity time in seconds, I expect a value of 300 to lock my PC after 5 minutes.I noticed that "Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop\ScreenSaveT

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    IHaveAQuestionAboutMicros, Aug 14, 2024
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  2. GURU KIRAN G
    Guru Kiran G Win User

    Windows 10 times out after 1 minute of inactivity

    Hi Heidi,

    Please let us know the make and model of your device.

    I suggest you to perform the method below and check if it helps.

    Method 1: Run the Power Troubleshooter

    Power troubleshooter find and fix problems with your computer's power settings to conserve power and extent battery life

    • Type “Troubleshooting” in the Search bar on the desktop and press “Enter”.
    • In the “Troubleshooting” window, click on “View All” on the left pane.
    • Click on “Power”.
    • Click on “Advanced” and then click on “Run as Administrator”.
    • Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.

    Method 2:

    After running the troubleshooter, set up Screen time out settings to required time and check.

    Follow the Steps below.

    1. Right click Desktop and select Personalization.

    2. Click on Lock Screen and select Screen time out settings.

    3. You can change to the required time in the drop down under Screen.

    I suggest you to download and install the latest Chipset drivers from your computer manufacturer website and check if it helps.

    Please get back to us with of the issue in regards with
    times out after 1 minute of inactivity the results and any other questions you might have regarding Windows operating system. We are happy to assist.

    Regards,

    Guru Kiran
     
    Guru Kiran G, Aug 14, 2024
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  3. HEIDIWIMBUSH
    HeidiWimbush Win User
    Windows 10 times out after 1 minute of inactivity

    I have changed all settings in Advanced Power Options. Although it is set not to time out until after 180 minutes of inactivity, the computer times out and returns to lock screen. I have to put in my password every time. I purposely set up my new HP
    Envy Desktop so that I did not need a password. My computer worked fine until after the latest update. Does anyone have any other suggestions and will Microsoft fix this?
     
    HeidiWimbush, Aug 14, 2024
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  4. IRVING LEYESA
    Irving Leyesa Win User

    Windows locks PC after 1 minute of inactivity instead of the specified time

    New HP laptop locks the screen 1 minute after the inactivity

    I use a new HP laptop and have a problem which I am unable to solve. It is connected with power settings. I tried to changed them several times but with no avail. My computer locks the screen 1 minute after the inactivity. Hhelp me to sort it out
    I am in despair
     
    Irving Leyesa, Aug 14, 2024
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