By default, logging right into a Windows 10 or 11 pc utilizing your Microsoft account is one thing you must do each time you begin utilizing the pc. Filling in some kind of password is, in fact, vital for safety causes. The password makes it tougher for a thief to get into your pc and it’s a should for laptops that you just take with you to different locations. On the opposite hand, for computer systems which might be stationary in your desk at house, having to kind in a password each time you employ your pc might be pointless.

In the previous, it has been attainable to choose out of logging in through a device referred to as Netplwiz, however with the Windows 11 replace, the flexibility to set this has modified. The possibility “User name and password must be entered to use the computer” has disappeared on many computer systems. The cause why Microsoft has made it tougher to log in mechanically is, in fact, to extend safety.

However, for the desktop pc, there’s nonetheless the likelihood to do the login mechanically, but it surely requires two further steps. Here’s find out how to do it:

How to log into Windows 11 mechanically

1. Open Windows Settings through the Start button within the backside left nook or through the use of the keyboard shortcut Windows+I. Then go to Accounts within the left-hand menu.
2. Select the Login Options and guarantee that the characteristic For improved safety, you need to solely enable sign-in with Windows Hello for Microsoft accounts on this machine (really helpful) is turned off. You can do that with the slider on the suitable. Once you have got achieved this, the settings will work precisely as earlier than:
3. Use Search-tool in Windows (the magnifying glass subsequent to the Start button) and kind “Netplwiz” Netplwiz. In the search outcome, click on on the icon that has two individuals and a key.
4. Remove the tick within the field User identify and password should be entered to be used of the pc and click on Apply.
5. Now you’ll have to enter a username, i.e. your native account or your Microsoft account. Type in your password and make sure with OK. The subsequent time you begin your pc, you may be mechanically logged in with these particulars.

This article was translated from Swedish to English and initially appeared on pcforalla.se.