Sleep settings are crucial for managing power consumption and ensuring the longevity of your Windows device. Configuring sleep settings allows your computer to enter a low-power state when it's not in use, which can save energy and extend battery life. This article will guide you through the process of configuring sleep settings in Windows using both the graphical user interface (GUI) and command line methods.

Examples:

Configuring Sleep Settings via GUI

1. Open Settings:

   • Press Win + I to open the Settings app.
   • Navigate to System > Power & sleep.

2. Adjust Sleep Settings:

   • Under the "Screen" section, you can set the time after which the screen turns off when the device is plugged in or on battery.
   • Under the "Sleep" section, you can set the time after which the device goes to sleep when plugged in or on battery.

3. Save Changes:

   • The settings are automatically saved once you make the adjustments.

Configuring Sleep Settings via Command Line

Using PowerShell

1. Open PowerShell:

   • Press Win + X and select Windows PowerShell (Admin).

2. Set Sleep Timeout for Battery:

   powercfg /change standby-timeout-dc 30

   This command sets the sleep timeout to 30 minutes when on battery.

3. Set Sleep Timeout for Plugged In:

   powercfg /change standby-timeout-ac 60

   This command sets the sleep timeout to 60 minutes when plugged in.

Using Command Prompt

1. Open Command Prompt:

   • Press Win + X and select Command Prompt (Admin).

2. Set Sleep Timeout for Battery:

   powercfg /change standby-timeout-dc 30

   This command sets the sleep timeout to 30 minutes when on battery.

3. Set Sleep Timeout for Plugged In:

   powercfg /change standby-timeout-ac 60

   This command sets the sleep timeout to 60 minutes when plugged in.