Power settings in Windows 11 - Microsoft Support Updates to the default screen and sleep settings now help you use energy more efficiently and extend battery life You can find efficiency settings in Windows 11 at Settings > System > Power battery For a guided walkthrough of how each of the power and battery settings can improve your device's performance, click the button to open the Get Help app: Guided walkthrough in Get Help Key
Shut down, sleep, or hibernate your PC - Microsoft Support Press the Windows logo key + X on your keyboard, and then select Shut down or sign out > Hibernate You can also set closing the lid or pressing the power or sleep buttons to hibernate your PC, if you so desire, using the same directions in To set your PC so it goes to sleep when you close the lid or press the power button
Battery saving tips for Windows - Microsoft Support Select Apply all or individually adjust settings that are likely to use more power than average, such as screen brightness, screen saver, and how long your device can be inactive before it goes to sleep or turns off To learn about each setting, see Learn more about energy recommendations
Exploring Windows Settings - Microsoft Support Each category opens a dedicated page with grouped settings or cards that provide controls and information for specific Windows features Some pages also include links to subpages for more detailed options The combination of search and settings categories ensures you can quickly locate and adjust the settings that matter most to you
Configure a Screen Saver in Windows - Microsoft Support Tip: To save energy and reduce wear on your display, it's recommended to put your computer into sleep mode when it's idle Sleep mode consumes significantly less power than running a screen saver and allows your computer to quickly resume where you left off To learn more, see How to adjust power and sleep settings in Windows
Change the power mode for your Windows PC - Microsoft Support Windows 11 Windows 10 Summary Power mode in Windows lets you choose between better battery life, better performance, or a balanced experience Change the power mode to match what you’re doing such as working unplugged, watching videos, or running performance‑intensive apps To change the power mode: Select Start > Settings > System > Power
Change display brightness and color in Windows - Microsoft Support Change display brightness and color in Windows Applies To Windows 11 Windows 10 In this article: Adjust display brightness Night light Color profile management Use HDR Adjust display brightness Managing your display brightness can significantly enhance your viewing experience and help conserve battery life
How to use alarms and timers in the Clock app in Windows Alarms and timers work even if the app is closed or your device is locked If you see a warning that notifications only show if the device is awake, make sure your device doesn’t go to sleep (Go to Start > Settings > System > Power battery , then select Screen and sleep to adjust your device’s sleep settings)