This video guides about how to lock drive in windows 11.

If you're worried about the safety of your data, this is a great way to protect your files.

We are going to lock a drive in Windows 11 by using the built-in encryption tool called BitLocker.

Here are the Steps to Lock Drive in Windows 11 with Password:

1. Open "This PC" and locate the drive you want to lock, such as "Local Disk (E:)".

2. Right-click on the drive and select "Turn on BitLocker" from the menu.

3. Choose how you want to unlock the drive. You can select either "Enter a password" or "Use Smart Card".

4. Choose where you want to save your recovery key. This key is essential for unlocking the drive if you forget the password or lose the USB drive.

5. Select the encryption method you prefer. The "New encryption mode" is recommended for better security.

6. Start the encryption process by clicking the "Next" button and then "Start encrypting".

7. Wait for the encryption process to complete. This may take a significant amount of time depending on the size of the drive.

Once the encryption is finished, your drive will be locked. When you try to access it, you'll be prompted to enter the password .

You should now know how to lock drive in windows 11. If you still facing issue while adding password to drive, don't hesitate to leave a comment below, and I'll be sure to answer.

Cheers :)

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