How to Change Date and Time in Windows 11

Author: Iqbal | Guide: Windows 11 |

Most of the devices come with the default date and time based on the region. However, it is easy to change date and time in Windows 11. It is as simple as you change lock screen in Windows 11. Follow the below-given steps and set your date and time zone manually. It might happen that you bought a device from a specific region and your device is set accordingly. Now, you are changing or traveling to another region. So, you can change it now.

Change Date and Time in Windows 11 in 7 Easy Steps

Step-1 Click on Start: Let us start the Windows icon by tapping on it, This will reveal the list of applications.

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Step-2 Click on Settings: Now, go to the Settings application from the list of applications. This will take you further in the process.

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Step-3 Click on Time & Language: In the panel on the left side, go to the option of Time and Language. It is just below the Accounts option.

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Step-4 Click on Date & Time: Under the time and language category, the first option is of Date and Time. Go to that.

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Step-5 Slide the Bar of Set time Automatically: Now, on the top, you will see the current date and time automatically set. Just under that, there is an option saying 'Set time Automatically.' It has an on-off option beside it. It is on by default. Click on that to turn it off.

Firstly, you must do this to set the date and time manually.

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Step-6 Click on Set the Date and Time Manually: Once you turn off the automatic time, you will get the option to set the date and time. Just scroll down to find that option and click on change.

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Step-7 Change the Date and Time: Thus, you need to enter the date and time to change it whenever you wish to. Isn't it quite easy to do this? Do it whenever you need to by following this guide.

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Can I Change Password in Windows 11 so that No One Can Change Timing?

If someone sneaks in and comes to know your password, you should change it immediately. Otherwise, they will change all your date and time settings. This will just disturb your data and confuse you. So, change password in Windows 11. Keep all your settings and data safe by frequently changing passwords for your device.

How Can I Change Time Zone Manually?

It is almost a similar process. Just like there is an option to 'Set time automatically' with an on/off button, there is an option of 'set time zone automatically.' You need to turn that off. Once you do that, you will be able to select your own time zone too. Thus, it is very important to first disable the options. Only after that, you will activate the option to add it manually.

Can I Add an Additional Clock instead?

Yes, if you want to keep the default date and time but want to add an additional clock of some other region, you can do that. In the date and time option itself, there is an option to add an additional clock at the bottom. Click on that, choose the clock, and select the box saying show this clock.

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