🔐 Did You Know About This Hidden Windows Feature?
Most users are still unaware of one of the coolest login methods in Windows 10 and 11 – Picture Password Login! 👀💡
While we’re all used to entering a PIN or traditional password to unlock our devices, Microsoft offers a fun, fast, and secure alternative that feels futuristic – and it’s been around for years!
🔄 Let’s Compare:
🧾 Traditional Login (PIN / Password) – “Before”
- Boring and repetitive.
- Easy to forget if you change it often.
- Vulnerable to keyloggers and shoulder-surfing attacks.
- Lacks a personal touch.
🖼️ Picture Password Login – “After”
- You choose any image (your pet, a loved one, a favorite place).
- Then, set up 3 gestures (circles, straight lines, or taps) on specific areas of that image.
- Only you know the correct combination.
- No typing required – just gestures. Super quick and intuitive!
- Great for touchscreen devices and laptops.
💡 Why You Should Try It:
✅ It’s personalized and secure
✅ Works on Windows 10 & Windows 11
✅ Ideal for touchscreen users
✅ Adds a layer of creativity to your daily routine
How to Set Up and Use Picture Password on Windows 10 & Windows 11
Step 1: Open Settings
- Press Windows Key + I to open the Settings app.
- Or click on the Start Menu and select Settings (gear icon).
Step 2: Go to Accounts
- In Settings, click on Accounts.
Step 3: Navigate to Sign-in Options
- From the left menu, click on Sign-in options.
Step 4: Find Picture Password
- Scroll down and look for Picture Password under Ways to sign in.
Step 5: Add a Picture Password
- Click on Add under the Picture Password section.
- If you already have a PIN set up, Windows will ask you to enter your PIN for security.
Step 6: Choose Your Picture
- Click on Choose picture.
- Browse your PC and select any image you want to use as your picture password.
- After selecting, click Use this picture.
Step 7: Set Your Gestures
- You will be asked to create 3 gestures on the picture.
- These gestures can be a combination of:
- Circles
- Straight lines
- Taps
- Draw your gestures on the picture in any order.
- You’ll have to repeat the gestures to confirm.
Step 8: Finish Setup
- Once confirmed, the picture password is set.
- Click Finish.
How to Use Picture Password to Log In
- At the login screen, select the Picture Password sign-in option if it’s not already selected.
- Your chosen picture will appear.
- Perform the same 3 gestures you set up (circles, lines, taps) on the picture in the exact order and location.
- If correct, Windows will log you in!
Important Tips:
- Make sure you remember the gestures and their order!
- The picture password works best on touchscreen devices but also works with a mouse.
- You can always switch back to PIN or password login anytime from the sign-in options.
🚀 Final Verdict:
Picture Password may not be as mainstream as PINs or biometrics, but it offers a unique balance of security and style. It’s perfect for people who want a login method that’s not just secure, but also cool and personal. 👌
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