Step 1: Choose Your Image
The first step is to choose the image you want to use as your logon background. It is essential to choose an image with a high resolution and quality. Make sure the image is in a format that Windows supports, such as JPEG or PNG.
Step 2: Edit the Registry
Next, we need to edit the registry to enable the logon background image. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type in “regedit” and hit Enter. This will open the Registry Editor. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\System. If there is no “System” key, you can create one by right-clicking on the “Windows” key and selecting “New” > “Key”. Name the key “System”. Right-click on the “System” key and select “New” > “DWORD (32-bit) Value”. Name the new value “DisableLogonBackgroundImage” and set its value to “0”.
Step 3: Copy Your Image to the Assets Folder
Now we need to copy the image we chose earlier to the Assets folder. This can be found in C:\Windows\SystemResources\Windows.UI.Logon. Make sure the image is named “backgroundDefault.jpg” and that it is in JPEG format.
Step 4: Adjust the Image Settings
To adjust the image settings, we need to open the “Settings” app. Click on the “Start” button and select the gear icon to open Settings. From there, select “Personalization” and then “Lock screen”. Scroll down and click on “Advanced settings”. Make sure that the “Show lock screen background picture on the sign-in screen” option is turned on.
Step 5: Sign Out to See the Changes
Finally, we need to sign out of our account to see the changes. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del and select “Sign out”. The next time you log in to your Windows 11 device, you should see your new logon background image.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use any image as my logon background?
A: You can use any image as long as it is in a format that Windows supports and has a high resolution and quality.
Q: Do I need to be an administrator to edit the registry?
A: Yes, you need to be an administrator to edit the registry.
Q: Can I use a GIF as my logon background?
A: No, Windows 11 only supports JPEG and PNG formats for logon background images.
Q: Can I use a different name for my logon background image?
A: No, the image must be named “backgroundDefault.jpg” for Windows 11 to recognize it as the logon background image.
Q: What should I do if I don’t see the “System” key in the Registry Editor?
A: You can create a new key by right-clicking on the “Windows” key and selecting “New” > “Key”. Name the key “System”.