Windows 10: How do I get my computer to start going to sleep when I'm not using it?

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  1. How do I get my computer to start going to sleep when I'm not using it?


    I already turned off all the sleep moods. And changed all the settings to NEVER but it still does.

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    Kaleena Collins, Apr 2, 2025
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  2. Yolvi Ell Win User

    iTunes stops playing when the computer go to sleep

    Hi Ross,

    Sleep mode is designed to stop all actions on a computer as it puts the device to a low-power state. Since you want to continue using a program even while your computer is locked, we suggest turning off Sleep mode by following these steps:

    • Click Start.
    • Go to Settings.
    • Click System.
    • Choose Power & Sleep from the left pane.
    • Under Sleep, choose Never.

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    Let us know if you have any other concerns about your computer.
     
    Yolvi Ell, Apr 2, 2025
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  3. 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, Apr 2, 2025
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  4. Gowrish_S Win User

    How do I get my computer to start going to sleep when I'm not using it?

    Issue with the application and computer going to sleep mode

    Hello,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    • What is the make and model of the computer?
    • Was there any major changes made prior to this issue?
    • Does the computer go to sleep when trying to access any other applications?



      For the issues with Windows maximizing automatically, try these steps and let us know if it helps:
    1. Open Ease of Access.
    2. Click on make the mouse easier to use.
    3. Under “Make it easier to manager Windows”, uncheck the first option “Activate the window by hovering over it with the mouse”.
    4. Click on Apply and OK.

    For issue related to computer going to sleep, try this step and let us know if it helps:

    - Run the Power troubleshooter.

    Open Settings and navigate to Update and Security>> Troubleshoot and run the Power Troubleshooter.

    Hope this helps.

    Let us know if you got the help you needed by clicking on Yes or No.

    Regards,

    Gowrish S

    Microsoft Community –Moderator
     
    Gowrish_S, Apr 2, 2025
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