Changing Screen Saver Start Time

Instructions for changing the amount of time that it takes for the screen saver to display on a macOS computer.

Issue/Question

How do I change the amount of time that it takes for my screen saver to come on?

Environment

• macOS

Resolution

1. Click the Apple  in the upper-left corner. 
2. Select System Preferences... .
3. Click Desktop & Screen Saver.
4. Click the Screen Saver tab. 
5. Select your desired amount of time from the Start after: menu in the bottom left.