How to Enable Battery Saving Mode on Windows 11

Learning how to enable battery saving mode on Windows 11 doesn't have to be complicated. This updated guide presents a clear workflow, practical checks, and troubleshooting advice you can use while completing the process.

1. Use Quick Settings

Click the area containing the Wi-Fi, battery, and speaker icons or press Windows + A to open the Quick Settings menu.

Then, just select Battery Saver.

Open the quick settings menu and select Battery Saver. This helps you turn off battery saver.

You can also turn off the Windows 11 startup sound to reduce noise and save battery.

2. Turn on Power Saving Mode in Settings

Step 1: Select the Windows icon => select Settings or press Windows + I to open the Settings application.

Step 2: In the Settings window, select System => click Power & battery.

Step 3: In the Power & battery window, select Turn on now under Battery.

Just follow the same steps => click Turn off now to turn it off if you want to turn off battery saving mode.

It means your laptop is plugged in if the Battery Saver option is grayed out and you can't click it. Unplug the charger to enable battery saver on Windows 11. Note that you won't see this option if you're using a desktop computer.

Final Thoughts

The most reliable way to handle enable battery saving mode on Windows 11 is to follow the process in order, verify each important setting, and test the result before moving on. Use the guidance above as a practical reference, then adjust the details for your device, software version, or specific goal.