What is the Windows Security Button and How to Use it

For tablets, the Windows Security button is a physical control located on the device. When pressed, it starts a secure attention sequence, the same as when you press Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

For Windows desktops and laptops, this is a secure sign-in setting that needs to be activated. Here’s all you need to know about enabling it:

How can I enable Windows Security on a PC?

1. Tablet computers

1. Tap on Start to get Settings, then Control Panel.
2. Go to Mobile PC, followed by Tablet PC Settings.
3. On the Tablet PC Settings page, tap on Buttons, then Button Settings For.
4. Now look for the Screen orientation of your button.
5. Go to the Tablet button list, tap Windows Security, then Change.
6. From the Press options, choose Log On option to set the action for the button.
7. Tap OK when prompted and close the settings windows. You can now press the button to get the login screen.

2. Desktops & laptops

2.1 Using Group Policy Editor

1. Press Windows + R to get the Run console.
2. Type gpedit.msc and then hit Enter to open Group Policy Editor.
3. Navigate the following path: Local Computer Policy/Computer Configuration/Windows Settings/Security Settings/Local Policies/Security Options
4. On the right side pane, look for Interactive logon: Do not require CTRL + ALT+ DEL.
5. Double-click it, and you will get the Enabled and Disabled options on the next screen. 
6. Put a checkmark on the radio button beside the Disabled option to enable a secure login.

2.2 Using User Accounts settings

1. Press Windows + R to get the Run console.
2. Type netplwiz and hit Enter.
3. On the User Accounts page, click on the Advanced tab.
4. Under Secure sign-in, put a checkmark beside Require users to press Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

How do I use the Windows Security button to log in?

1. Press the Security button if available, or press the Ctrl + Alt + Delete option to bring up the login screen.
2. Enter your credentials to log in to your computer.

So, this is how you can use the security button on Windows to secure your device and also for easy and fast login.

To make your PC even more secure, you can create a USB security key. If you already have one and you’re not pleased with it, you can easily disable the insert your security key into the USB port message.

Are you stuck somewhere while following the process? Please mention your queries in the comments section, and we will try to help you with that.