Proper Laptop Shutdown: Avoiding Issues
Laptops are designed to facilitate daily use, but some default settings may hinder their long-term performance. A simple error when shutting it down could be causing unnecessary wear on the components of your device. If you have recently noticed that your laptop is running slower or its battery is lasting less, the shutdown configuration may be a factor. You don’t need to be a computer expert to optimize the way you shut down your laptop. By following a few simple steps, you can ensure that the system actually shuts down completely and does not remain in a state that affects its performance over time.
### How to know if you are shutting down your laptop correctly?
Before making any changes to the configuration, the first thing to do is to check how long your laptop has been active. This data will tell you if it really shuts down when you think it does. To check, follow these steps:
– Press the “Windows” key along with the letter “Q”.
– In the search bar, type “Task Manager” and press “Enter”.
– Within Task Manager, go to the “Performance” tab.
– There you will find the information of the “Uptime” of your laptop.
If the uptime is greater than the last time you shut it down, it means it has not shut down completely and adjustments are needed.
### Configuration to correctly shut down your laptop
If you discover that your laptop does not shut down completely, it is time to modify a simple setting that can make a difference. To do this, follow these steps:
– Open “Control Panel” from the search bar (Windows + “Q”).
– Go to the “Hardware and Sound” section.
– Select “Power Options”.
– On the left menu, click on “Choose what the power buttons do”.
– Click on the blue link that says “Change settings that are currently unavailable”.
– Uncheck the “Turn on fast startup” option and save changes.
This small adjustment will allow your laptop to shut down completely instead of entering a partial hibernation state, which will help optimize its performance.
### Why can fast startup be a problem?
Fast startup is a feature designed to make the operating system boot up faster after shutting down. However, this means that the laptop never completely shuts down, leaving processes running in the background and consuming battery even though the device appears to be off. According to information shared in the community, disabling this function has several benefits:
– Reduces energy consumption when the device is off.
– Extends the hardware’s lifespan by avoiding unnecessary background processes.
– Frees up system resources, helping to improve overall performance.
Benefits of Fast Startup in Windows
Understanding the Effects of Fast Startup in Windows
While some people prefer to keep fast startup enabled for convenience, it is important to understand its effects and evaluate if it is really convenient. If you decide to leave it enabled, make sure to follow Windows recommendations to avoid problems with the battery and performance of your laptop.
