Changing Windows Sleep / Hibernation Settings

Summary

Instructions for changing the power option display settings on Windows machines.

Body

Issue/Question

How do I change when the computer goes to sleep?

Environment

  • Windows

Resolution

  1. Open Control Panel.
  2. Set View by small or large icons.
  3. Select Power Options.
  4. Select Change Plan Settings for power plan you wish to edit.
  5. Change the settings to your liking.
  6. Save the settings.

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Details

Details

Article ID: 1538
Created
Wed 6/17/15 7:13 AM
Modified
Tue 5/5/26 11:46 AM

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