To make your Windows 11 laptop faster, you can optimize its performance through several adjustments.
Optimizing Windows 11 for Speed
Here's how to improve your laptop's speed in Windows 11:
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Turn Off Visual Effects: Windows 11 has many visual effects that can slow down older or less powerful computers. Disabling them can significantly improve performance.
- Open Settings.
- Search for and select "Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows."
- In the Performance Options window, choose "Adjust for best performance" or customize the settings by selecting specific visual effects to disable. Click Apply and then OK.
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Disable Startup Apps: Many applications are set to automatically launch when you start your computer. Disabling unnecessary startup apps can reduce boot time and improve overall responsiveness.
- Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc).
- Go to the Startup apps tab.
- For each app you want to disable, select it and click Disable.
- Note: Be cautious when disabling startup apps. Disabling essential programs may prevent them from functioning correctly.
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Tune Notifications: Excessive notifications can consume system resources and interrupt your workflow. Limiting notifications can free up resources and reduce distractions.
- Open Settings.
- Go to System > Notifications.
- Turn off notifications for apps you don't need alerts from, or customize notification settings for individual apps.
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Activate Storage Sense: Storage Sense automatically frees up space by deleting temporary files and managing files in your Recycle Bin.
- Open Settings.
- Go to System > Storage.
- Turn on Storage Sense.
- You can also configure Storage Sense to run more frequently or customize what it cleans up by clicking on Storage Sense.
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Use Performance Power Plan: Your power plan affects your computer's performance. Using a performance-oriented power plan can improve speed and responsiveness.
- Open Settings.
- Go to System > Power & Battery.
- Select Best performance for the Power mode. If it is not there, follow the below steps:
- Open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
- Run the following command:
powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61 - Now, the Ultimate Performance power plan should be an available option.
These steps can help you effectively optimize your Windows 11 laptop for improved speed and responsiveness. By carefully managing visual effects, startup apps, notifications, storage, and power settings, you can enhance your overall computing experience.
