For safety purposes, we all set a lock to our Windows PC with a pin or password.
Its become a necessity.
But what if you got stuck on the lock screen before login into your PC?
This dilemma will hit harder when you have to use the PC for urgency.
Suppose this happens when you have to send an important mail.
Embarrassment will be on the pick.
Several factors are behind this freezing lock screen.
You will know all the reasons behind this and how to overcome this problem.
So, read this article until the end.
While reading, keep applying all the steps to solve this problem quickly.
Without further ado, lets get started!
Why is Windows Stuck on Welcome Screen Before Login?
The above reasons are mainly responsible for a stuck login screen.
So, why did the login screen get stuck all of a sudden?
A PC failing to ensure specific requirements while starting up will freeze the screen.
Outdated softwares which is set to startup apps might trigger this phenomenon.
Registry error is also in the list of the accused.
So, lets explore them.
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In addition, you’re able to scan your entire system for malware.
Malware is prone to cause this key in of problem on Windows PC.
To access Safe Mode, press and hold the Shift key on the keyboard and restart the PC.
After a restart, you will see a Choose an option screen.
you could also press and hold the power button when your PC starts to boot.
Release the power button when your PC turns off.
Choose an option screenthat will appear before you.
go toTroubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup prefs > Restart.
You will see several restart options.
Here are the methods to fix Windows is stuck on the welcome screen:
1.
Go for Startup Repair
Windows 10 and 11 have many troubleshooting options available in safe mode.
It is the only option when you cant access your PC directly.
I told you earlier how to enter safe mode.
Now take a look at the steps to begin the startup Repair process.
it’s possible for you to choose how to handle those errors after the Startup Repair tool finds them.
The process is similar; you must also choose your username and drop your password.
Next, you will need to choose the desired restore point and follow the instructions.
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System File Checker will scan for corrupted, missing, or damaged System files.
After checking, it will fix the corrupted or damaged files and update the missing ones.
It will take up to 10-20 minutes to finish this process.
If SFC scan results fail to find any corrupted files or integrity violations, you could use DISM tools.
The DISM tool can scan for damaged files and automatically attempts to restore damaged or missing files.
Wait for the process to finish, and after completing the task, terminate the CMD.
Restart the PC and check whether you’re free to get past the Windows Welcome screen.
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Eject all USB Devices
Sometimes USB devices can lead you to this problem.
Corrupted or malfunctioned USB devices might be the reason you are stuck on the Welcome screen.
When the PC is turned on, USB-connected devices also start working.
So, a corrupted USB gear can halt the Windows beginning process.
Many users reported getting stuck on the Windows login screen when plugged into one or two USB devices.
They got rid of this issue when they disconnected all the USB devices from the PC.
And you might be facing this login screen stuck problem for the same reason.
So, remove or eject all the USB devices from the PC to solve this problem.
You must disable this fast startup feature from the Safe Mode to fix this error.
Even if this problem is not solved, it’s possible for you to use the following method.
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Systems files sometimes conflict with third-party applications and their services when booting up.
Those apps enabled as startup apps can cause Windows to be stuck on the login screen.
To patch this up, you oughta perform a clean boot which only boots with only required services.
After enabling which app causes the login screen to be stuck, keep an eye on that.
After finding out the culprit, uninstall the app.
Updates make your OS more stable, but sometimes they can do the opposite.
Some updates can cause trouble.
Corrupted updates are among the accused ones which trigger this problem.
Fixing is easy by uninstalling all the recent updates.
So, boot into the Safe Mode first, then follow the below steps.
After completing the uninstalling process, reboot the PC.
And check whether it works for you or not.
Restart Windows Update Service
Windows updates require rebooting of the system to finish the updating process.
But when the update system gets stuck, it freezes the login screen.
So, to fix this frustrating issue, you will need to restart the Windows Update service.
After entering into the Safe Mode, follow the below steps.
The explanation is quite simple when Windows OS tries to connect to the internet for several reasons during startup.
It might be for update purposes or other software-related requirements.
And thats when the problem arises, and the login screen freezes.
Then check for the login screen stuck problem.
I hope its gone by now if the internet is behind all this.
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Sometimes unplugging or removing the battery from the laptop fixes the stuck screen problem while attempting to access.
The process is simple, and you dont need to be a pro technician.
Simply shut down the PC and remove the battery if it is removable without opening the laptop.
Wait for at least five to six minutes and place the battery again.
Next, press the power button and turn on the laptop.
If disconnecting the battery for a while solves the issue, check whether this problem repeats again or not.
Sorry to say its time to replace the battery if it does.
FAQs
Why is my laptop stuck on the login screen?
Corrupted systems files or third-party apps can throw this pop in of error.
How to unfreeze the Windows lock screen?
How to boot into the Windows Recovery Environment or WinRE?
it’s possible for you to boot into WinRE by holding the Shift and restarting the PC.
When you cannot do that, press the F11 key immediately when the PC is restarting.
You may need to press the F9 or F12 key on some PCs to go WinRE mode.
Factors like malfunctioned apps, outdated drivers, or malware can invoke this problem.
you could quickly fix this with the above methods, but booting into the Safe Mode is a must.
you might try startup repair or use the SFC or DISM scanning and fixing tool.
Disconnecting the internet and all the USB machine will solve this problem also.
I hope you have already fixed the issue by reading this article till the end.
For further assistance, let me know by commenting.
