Changing Background Bitmap for the Windows NT Logon Screen

ID: Q103327

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows NT operating system version 3.1
Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server version 3.1
Microsoft Windows NT Workstation versions 3.5, 3.51, 4.0
Microsoft Windows NT Server versions 3.5, 3.51, 4.0

SUMMARY

You can change the default background bitmap used at the Windows NT logon screen by modifying a value in the Registry.

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WARNING: Using Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious, system-wide problems that may require you to reinstall Windows NT to correct them. Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the use of Registry Editor can be solved. Use this tool at your own risk.

Start Registry Editor (REGEDT32.EXE).

Locate and select the following Registry subkey:

HKEY_USERS on Local Machine\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop

Select the Wallpaper value and choose String from the Edit menu.

In the String field, type the full name of the bitmap, including the full path if the file is not located in the SYSTEM32 directory.

Exit Registry Editor to save the changes.

The next time you logon, the bitmap you chose should be displayed.

Additional query words: prodnt picture welcome


Keywords          : kbusage nthowto 
Version           : 3.1 3.5 3.51 4.0
Platform          : winnt 
Issue type        :

Last Reviewed: January 15, 1999