To make your laptop stay on longer, you can adjust the power settings to prevent it from turning off the display or going to sleep mode prematurely. Here's how:
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Access Power Options:
- Click the Start button (usually the Windows logo).
- Select Control Panel. (If you don't see Control Panel, search for it).
- Click on Hardware and Sound.
- Select Power Options.
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Adjust Display and Sleep Settings:
- In the Power Options window, look for options like "Choose when to turn off the display" or "Change when the computer sleeps". These options might be grouped together depending on your Windows version.
- Click on the appropriate link.
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Customize Power Plan Settings:
- You'll see dropdown menus that allow you to set the time before the display turns off and the time before the computer goes to sleep.
- To prevent the laptop from turning off the display or sleeping, set both options to "Never" for both "On battery" and "Plugged in". Be mindful that setting these to "Never" will consume more battery power.
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Save Changes:
- Click on the "Save changes" button to apply the new settings.
Considerations:
- Battery Life: Setting the display and sleep options to "Never" will significantly decrease battery life when the laptop is not plugged in.
- Screen Burn-in: Keeping the display on constantly can, over a very long time, potentially lead to screen burn-in, especially on older display technologies. This is less of a concern with modern LCD/LED screens.
- Power Plans: Windows has different power plans (like "Balanced," "Power Saver," and "High Performance"). Adjusting settings within a specific power plan will only affect the laptop when that plan is active. You can switch between power plans in the Power Options window.
By adjusting these power settings, you can ensure your laptop stays on longer, but remember to balance this with battery life and potential screen concerns.
