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  1. How do I change the length of time before my computers goes to sleep?


    How do I change the length of time before my computers goes to sleep?

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    DavidWeaver5, Aug 18, 2019
    #1
  2. Argel Obm Win User

    Computer sleeping

    Hi,

    For us to better understand your concern, kindly answer the following questions:

    • When did the issue start?
    • Were there any changes made on your computer before encountering the issue?
    • What are the troubleshooting steps you've done so far?
    • Is you computer going to sleep while you're using it?
    • How many minutes does it take before your computer goes to sleep?
    Hope to hear from you soon.
     
    Argel Obm, Aug 18, 2019
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  3. Computer goes to Sleep mode automatically

    Hi Anthony,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. Apologize for the inconvenience caused to you.

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided below if not tried already and check if it helps.

    • Navigate to Start>Settings>System>Power & sleep.
    • In the right pane, select Never from the drop down list for
      Screen
      and Sleep.
    • Close the dialog box and check for status.

    Hope the information is helpful. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Aug 18, 2019
    #3
  4. How do I change the length of time before my computers goes to sleep?

    PC goes to sleep after a few minutes

    Hi Adrian,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    Please follow the steps below to change your system's sleep settings.

    1. Go to Settings > System > Power & Sleep > Change your desired sleep timing in this Tab.

    2. Now, click on Additional Power Settings > Change Plan Settings >Change Advanced Power Settings.

    3. Expand Sleep and give the appropriate time.

    If this doesn't help, I would suggest you run the built-in troubleshooter:

    Please follow the steps below:

    • Type “Troubleshooting” on the Windows Search bar and hit enter.
    • On the left side of the Troubleshooting window, click on “View all”
    • Click on Power. Please provide a password if asked for it and click ok. (Follow the onscreen instructions)
    Hope this helps. Please respond if you have further related queries.

    Regards,
     
    Jesinta Rozario, Aug 18, 2019
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