Keeping Your Windows 11 PC Awake: A Handy Guide
Uninterrupted productivity on your Windows 11 PC - Discover effective methods to prevent sleep mode and maximize your device's efficiency throughout the day
Key Takeaways
You can keep your PC awake by going to Settings > Power & Battery > Screen and Sleep. Choose "Never" for both battery and plugged-in options.
To ensure your PC stays awake or goes to sleep based on your preference, you can either install PowerToys from the Microsoft Store app and activate the "Awake" module, or utilize a mouse jiggler hardware device.
By default, Windows 11 PCs are programmed to enter sleep mode after a specific timeframe in order to save energy. If you prefer to keep your Windows 11 PC awake at all times, you have the option to adjust settings or utilize Microsoft's PowerToys. Follow the instructions below to proceed.
How to Keep Your PC From Sleeping in Settings
It is simple to prevent your PC from going to sleep by using the Settings app. To begin, open the Settings app by pressing Windows+i on your keyboard. Alternatively, you can right-click the Start button and select "Settings" from the options.
In Settings, choose "System" in the sidebar, then click "Power & Battery."
Expand the "Screen and Sleep" section in Power and Battery options if necessary. Below that, you will find four options for battery-powered PCs like laptops or tablets, and two options for desktop PCs. To keep your portable PC awake even when it is not plugged in, select "Never" under "On battery power, put my device to sleep after."
Note: Setting "On battery power, put my device to sleep after" to "Never" may cause your PC to continue operating until it runs out of power, which can unintentionally drain your battery.
In order to prevent your PC from entering sleep mode when connected to a power source, find the drop-down menu labeled "On battery power, when plugged in, put my device to sleep," and select the option "Never."
In addition, you have the option to prevent your screen from automatically turning off by accessing the "Turn off my screen after" setting on the "Power & Battery" page. Simply select "Never" from the drop-down menu to apply this preference.
Once you have made these changes, simply close the Settings window and your computer will remain active throughout the day and night. If you wish to put your machine to sleep manually, you can do so by either selecting "Sleep" from the power icon in the Start menu or by utilizing a dedicated sleep key on your device, if available.
How to Keep Your PC From Sleeping With PowerToys
To ensure that your PC stays awake or goes to sleep according to your preferences, utilize the convenient functionality provided by the free Microsoft PowerToys utility suite. Follow these steps for seamless implementation:
1. Download and install PowerToys from the Microsoft Store app.
2. Launch PowerToys and activate the "Awake" module.
3. Locate the coffee cup icon of the "Awake" module in the taskbar's overflow menu.
4. Right-click on the icon and access the "Mode" menu.
5. Check the box next to "Keep Awake Indefinitely" to keep your PC awake.
6. When you desire your PC to revert to its usual sleep settings, simply select "Off (Passive)" from the Awake menu.
Embrace a personalized PC experience tailored to your needs. Sleep well!
Did you know you can also keep your computer awake using a piece of hardware called a mouse jiggler?
Editor's P/S
As a hard fan of Windows 11, I am always looking for ways to improve my experience with the operating system. One thing that has always bothered me is how quickly my PC goes to sleep. I often find myself in the middle of something when my screen suddenly goes black and I have to wait for it to wake up again. This can be very frustrating, especially if I am working on something important.
I recently discovered a few methods to keep my Windows 11 PC awake, and I am excited to share them with you. The first method is to use the Settings app. By going to Settings > Power & Battery > Screen and Sleep, you can set your PC to never go to sleep, both when it is plugged in and when it is running on battery power. This is a great option for people who want their PC to always be ready to use, without having to worry about it going to sleep.
