Windows 10 users may have noticed a new image appearing on their screen when they reboot their computer before the login screen. This new feature, introduced in a recent Windows update, aims to enhance the user experience by displaying a visually appealing image. In this article, we will explore this new feature and provide instructions on how to customize or disable it.
What is the new image on reboot?
The new image that appears on reboot is called the Windows 10 Hero image. It is a high-resolution image that is displayed as a background before the login screen. The purpose of this image is to provide users with a visually pleasing experience when starting their computers.
How to customize the Windows 10 Hero image?
If you want to personalize the Windows 10 Hero image, follow these steps:
- Right-click on the desktop and select "Personalize" from the context menu.
- In the Personalization settings, click on "Lock screen" in the left sidebar.
- Scroll down and click on "Background" under the "Choose your picture" section.
- Here, you can choose from various options such as Windows spotlight, Picture, or Slideshow.
- If you select "Picture," you can browse your computer and select an image of your choice as the Hero image.
- If you choose "Slideshow," you can select a folder containing multiple images to create a dynamic Hero image.
- Once you have made your selection, close the settings window, and the new Hero image will be displayed on reboot.
How to disable the Windows 10 Hero image?
If you find the Windows 10 Hero image distracting or unnecessary, you can disable it by following these steps:
- Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
- Type "regedit" (without quotes) and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
- In the Registry Editor, navigate to the following path:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System - If you don't have a System key under Windows, right-click on the Windows key, select "New," and then click on "Key." Name the new key as "System."
- With the System key selected, right-click on the right pane and select "New" > "DWORD (32-bit) Value."
- Name the new value as "DisableLogonBackgroundImage."
- Double-click on the newly created value and set its data to "1."
- Click "OK" to save the changes.
- Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.
After following these steps, the Windows 10 Hero image will no longer be displayed on reboot.
Conclusion
The new Windows 10 Hero image adds a touch of visual appeal to the reboot process before the login screen. Users have the option to customize the image according to their preferences or disable it altogether if they find it unnecessary. By following the instructions provided in this article, users can easily personalize or disable the Windows 10 Hero image.
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| 1. https://www.windowscentral.com/how-disable-windows-10-hero-image-login-screen |
| 2. https://www.howtogeek.com/243263/how-to-disable-the-windows-10-lock-screen/ |