Windows 7: Change login screen - how it works

Tired of the Windows 7 login screen, you can easily change it. We show you how to do this in this practical tip.

How to change the start screen in Windows 7

1. First choose a new image that should appear as the login screen. You can find a large selection, for example, in the CHIP wallpaper channel.
2. Download the program "Windows 7 Logon Background Changer" and install it on your computer.
3. Select the "Choose a folder" button above and click on the folder in which your new image for the login screen is located.
4. At the bottom of the gallery you can see a preview of the pictures. Select the picture you want to use as a new logon screen.
5. If you are satisfied with this, you can click on "Apply".
6. Confirm the Windows security message with "OK".
7. If you select the "Change user" option under "Start", you can view your new login screen.

You can also change your profile picture in Windows 7 to match. These instructions refer to the Windows 7 Logon Background Changer 1.5.2.