How to Customize Windows Account Shortcuts

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open Windows Settings

   Press the Windows key and select the gear icon to launch the Settings application. Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut to navigate directly to system configurations.

   Note: Win + I
2. 30 sec

   Access Account Settings

   Locate the Accounts tab in the left-hand sidebar. Click on 'Your info' to view your current profile details and identity shortcuts.

3. 1 min

   Modify Sign-in Options

   Select 'Sign-in options' within the Accounts menu. Here you can define specific shortcuts for Windows Hello, such as PIN, facial recognition, or security keys.

   Note: A PIN is required to enable most biometric sign-in shortcuts.
4. 1 min

   Create a Desktop Account Switcher

   Right-click on your desktop, select New, then Shortcut. Type 'tsdiscon.exe' into the location field to create a direct shortcut that locks your workstation and returns to the account selection screen instantly.

5. 1 min

   Assign a Keyboard Hotkey

   Right-click the newly created shortcut and select Properties. Click the 'Shortcut key' field and press your preferred combination to trigger the lock screen manually.

   Note: Use a combination involving Ctrl + Alt to avoid conflict with existing system commands.
6. 30 sec

   Test the Configuration

   Execute the newly assigned keyboard shortcut to ensure the system locks as intended. Input your credentials to confirm the sign-in shortcuts function correctly.