Lock Shortcut Free -

| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution | |---------|----------------|----------| | Lock shortcut does nothing | Disabled by group policy or registry | Check admin settings; re-enable via GPEdit | | Screen locks but then instantly unlocks | Malware or stuck key | Run antivirus; test external keyboard | | Shortcut works but no password required | Automatic login enabled | Disable auto-login; set require password on wake | | Win + L opens Start menu or game overlay | Another app overrides the shortcut | Close conflicting apps (e.g., game launchers) |

It prevents "accidental" inputs—like a cat walking across a keyboard or a toddler "helping" you type—from deleting your work. Pro Tip: Automatic Locking lock shortcut