How To Change Windows 11 Lock Screen Wallpaper Jun 2026

If you selected Picture , click Browse photos to choose a custom wallpaper from your computer, then select Choose picture .

| Issue | Possible Cause | Solution | |-------|----------------|----------| | Lock screen reverts to default after reboot | Fast startup caches old settings | Disable fast startup in Control Panel > Power Options | | "Set as lock screen" option missing from context menu | Corrupted file association | Use Method 1 (Settings) instead | | Slideshow not working | Folder contains unsupported file types or is empty | Ensure folder has only .jpg , .png , .bmp images | | Spotlight images not changing | Background apps permission disabled | Enable Let apps run in the background for Windows Spotlight in Settings > Privacy & security > Background apps |

By default, if you use the or certain images, Windows 11 overlays text on the lock screen such as "Like what you see?", the source of the image, or trivia facts.

Here is a comprehensive guide on how to change your Windows 11 lock screen wallpaper, along with extra customization tips.