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Quick Answer: How Do I Put My Windows Computer to Sleep?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 4 min read
Quick Answer: How Do I Put My Windows Computer to Sleep?
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How do you put a Windows computer into sleep mode?

Press the Windows key + Q to bring up the search menu, and type “Sleep” into it.

  1. When “Power & sleep settings” appears in the results, click it. …
  2. In the “Power & Sleep” menu that opens, scroll down to “Sleep.” The drop-down menus there let you control when the PC goes to sleep.

Can I just put my PC to sleep overnight?

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, it’s recommended that you put your computer into sleep mode if you’re not going to be using it for more than 20 minutes. … So at night, while you’re away on vacation or away for the day are ideal times to completely shut down your computer.

Maya Lin-Takahashi
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Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.