Lock screen shortcut
Windows
⊞winLMac
⌃control⌘cmdQWin+L locks a Windows PC instantly; Ctrl+Cmd+Q locks a Mac. Both keep your apps open behind the sign-in screen.
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Questions
What is the lock screen shortcut?
Win+L locks a Windows PC instantly; Ctrl+Cmd+Q locks a Mac. Both keep your apps open behind the sign-in screen.