How to change wallpapers automatically on Windows 11
In Windows 11, you have at least two ways to automatically change your desktop background, using Windows Spotlight and Slideshow features.
Windows Spotlight is a feature in Windows 11 that connects to Microsoft servers to automatically and dynamically change your desktop background with different images from around the world.
On the other hand, the slideshow feature allows you to select a folder containing personal photos or other types of photos that will be automatically rotated in a specified time range.
This guide will teach you how to display different wallpapers throughout the day on Windows 11.
Automatically change desktop wallpaper on Windows 11
In Windows 11, you can change your desktop background automatically in at least two ways, including the Windows Spotlight feature and the Slideshow background features.
Change wallpapers using Spotlight
To change wallpapers automatically using Windows Spotlight on Windows 11, follow these steps:
Open Windows 11 Settings. Click on “ Personalization ” and select the “ Background ” option.
In the "Personalize your background" section, select the Windows Featured option .
Once you complete the steps, your first wallpaper will be automatically set on your desktop and the background image will change automatically throughout the day.
You can also enable the feature from Settings > Personalization > Themes and select the Windows theme .
If your desktop is configured to display icons, you'll see a "Spotlight" icon that allows you to train the function to display more images customized to your preferences.
Change backgrounds with slideshow
To automatically rotate wallpapers using the slideshow feature, follow these steps:
Open “ Settings ”, then tap “ Personalization ” and select the “ Background ” option.
In the "Customize your background" section, select the Slideshow option .
Click the Browse button and select the folder containing the wallpaper to automatically rotate on your desktop.
Click the " Choose this folder " button.
Specify how often your background images change automatically using the "Change image every" setting.
(Optional) Turn on the " Play images in random order " toggle switch.
After completing the steps, the desktop will change the background image according to your configuration on Windows 11.
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Customizing your desktop wallpaper is an easy way to add a touch of modernity to your computer experience. You can choose from built-in dynamic wallpapers or create your own desktop slideshow.