How to increase screen timeout in Windows 11?

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How to increase screen timeout in Windows 11?

I recently updated my system to Windows 11, and I noticed that the screen timeout duration is too short for my needs. I often find myself reading or working on something, only to have the screen go dark and lock itself before I am ready. This constant interruption is quite frustrating and disrupts my workflow. I have looked through settings but can’t seem to find a straightforward way to extend the screen timeout duration. Can someone guide me on how to increase screen timeout in Windows 11? It would be really helpful to understand the steps or options available for adjusting this particular setting.

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If you prefer a graphical interface, Settings app is the way to go:

  1. Click the Start button and go to ‘Settings’.
  2. Navigate to ‘System’ -> ‘Power & battery’.
  3. Under ‘Screen and sleep’, adjust ‘On battery power, turn off my screen after’ and ‘When plugged in, turn off my screen after’ to longer durations like 20 or 30 minutes.

This user-friendly method makes it simple to keep your screen active according to your needs.

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I understand the annoyance caused by short screen timeout settings. Here’s a more in-depth guide:

  1. Open the ‘Settings’ app using Windows key + I.
  2. Navigate to ‘System’, then ‘Power & battery’.
  3. Look for the ‘Screen and sleep’ section.
  4. You will see dropdowns for ‘On battery power’ and ‘When plugged in’.
  5. Adjust the timings to a more suitable duration like 10 or 30 minutes.
  6. Ensure to modify both settings for different power modes.

This should reduce interruptions and match your workflow needs.

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Using the Control Panel is another effective method:

  1. Press Windows key + R to open ‘Run’.
  2. Type ‘control’ and press Enter to access the Control Panel.
  3. Select ‘Hardware and Sound’ -> ‘Power Options’.
  4. Click ‘Change plan settings’ next to your power plan.
  5. Select ‘Change advanced power settings’.
  6. Expand the ‘Display’ section.
  7. Modify ‘Turn off display after’ based on your preference for ‘On battery’ and ‘Plugged in’.

This method offers precise control over your display settings.

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To increase screen timeout in Windows 11, follow these steps:

  1. Click the Start menu and select ‘Settings’.
  2. Go to ‘System’.
  3. Select ‘Power & battery’ from the sidebar.
  4. Under ‘Screen and sleep’, find ‘When plugged in, turn off my screen after’.
  5. Click the dropdown menu and select your preferred timeout period.
  6. Adjust the option for battery power if needed.

This will keep your screen active for longer periods.

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For those comfortable with command-line tools, Command Prompt comes in handy:

  1. Open Command Prompt as an administrator (search ‘cmd’, right-click and select ‘Run as administrator’).
  2. Enter powercfg /change monitor-timeout-ac [TIME] for plugged-in mode, replacing [TIME] with the desired minutes.
  3. Similarly, for battery mode: powercfg /change monitor-timeout-dc [TIME].

This way, you can quickly adjust screen timeout without navigating through various settings.

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