To find the Wi-Fi password on your Windows 10 computer for the network you are currently connected to, you can access it through the Network and Sharing Center. Here's how:
Steps to Find Your Wi-Fi Password on Windows 10
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Open Settings: Click on the Start Menu and select the "Settings" icon (it looks like a gear).
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Navigate to Network & Internet: In the Settings window, click on "Network & Internet."
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Access Network and Sharing Center: In the Network & Internet settings, click on "Wi-Fi" in the left-hand menu (if you're connected via Ethernet, you'll need to navigate to "Ethernet"). Then, scroll down and click on "Network and Sharing Center".
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Select Your Wi-Fi Network: In the Network and Sharing Center, click on the name of your current Wi-Fi network. It will be located next to "Connections." This will open the Wi-Fi Status window.
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Open Wireless Properties: In the Wi-Fi Status window, click on the "Wireless Properties" button.
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Go to the Security Tab: In the Wireless Properties window, click on the "Security" tab.
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Reveal the Password: In the Security tab, check the box next to "Show characters". The Wi-Fi password (Network security key) will be displayed.
By following these steps, you can easily retrieve your Wi-Fi password on your Windows 10 device, ensuring that you can reconnect to the network or share the password with others.