How to solve the problem of inability to adjust the setting time of Win11 screen saver program

 

To fix Windows 11 screensaver timeout settings not working, follow these steps:

  1. ‌Basic Checks‌:
  • Verify power settings aren't overriding screensaver timing
  • Ensure you're using an administrator account
  • Test different timeout values (5-60 minutes)
  1. ‌Registry Fix‌:
  1. Press Win+R → type "regedit"
  2. Navigate to:

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HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop

  1. Modify these values:
  • "ScreenSaveTimeOut" → set to desired seconds (e.g., "600" for 10 minutes)
  • "ScreenSaveActive" → set to "1"
  1. ‌Group Policy Adjustment‌ (Pro/Enterprise editions):
  1. Run "gpedit.msc"
  2. Navigate to:

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User Configuration → Administrative Templates → Control Panel → Personalization

  1. Ensure screensaver policies aren't restricted
  1. ‌Quick Fixes‌:
  • Create new user profile
  • Update graphics drivers
  • Run system file checker (sfc /scannow)

For most users, the registry modification resolves the issue. If problems persist, consider checking for system updates or performing a clean boot to identify software conflicts.