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Lock Computer - Create Shortcut

How to Create a "Lock Computer" Shortcut on Your Windows 7 Desktop
Published 15 Jun 2009
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How to Create a "Lock Computer" Shortcut in Windows 7

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This will show you how to create a shortcut to use to lock your computer. You can also Pin to Taskbar or Pin to Start Menu this shortcut, or move where you like for easy use.
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After Creating the shortcut you could pin it on your taskbar if you wish to. In my opinion it would be easier since it requires only a click




Here's How:
1. Right click anywhere on your desktop, and select New and Shortcut.

2. Type rundll32.exe user32.dll,LockWorkStation and click on Next.
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3. Type Lock Computer for the name, and click on Finish.
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4. You are done. Now next time you want to lock your computer, simply click this shortcut. That’s all. Enjoy!
NOTE: You can also press Windows Key + L to lock your computer as well.
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This is the icon I'm using right now if you would like to use it for your shortcut too.
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15 Jun 2009   #1
Chris White

 

I've been using Win-L for so long, it's second nature.

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15 Jun 2009   #2
edrik

 

well after creating the shortcut you could pin it at your taskbar and then delete the shortcut...

that way you could lock your computer in one click
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