Laptop Bad Battery Remedy

Summary

This is for when customers report a bad battery and its the fact that it has degraded over time and theres nothing much that can be done other than keeping it plugged in

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1. Energy Saver (formerly Battery Saver):

  • Access:

    Go to Settings > System > Power & battery > Energy saver. 

  • Function:

    This mode automatically reduces power consumption by turning off background activities and push notifications, extending battery life. 

  • Customization:

    • Enable or disable Energy Saver manually or configure it to activate automatically when your battery reaches a certain percentage. 
    • You can also choose to always run Energy Saver when plugged in. 

  • Quick Access:

    You can also quickly toggle Energy Saver on/off from the Quick Settings menu. 

2. Power Modes:

  • Access: Go to Settings > System > Power & battery > Power mode. 
  • Function: Choose from different power modes (e.g., "Best battery life," "Balanced," or "Best performance") to optimize energy usage and performance based on your needs. 
  • Customization: You can create custom power plans to fine-tune settings further. 

3. Screen and Sleep Settings:

  • Access:

    Go to Settings > System > Power & battery > Screen, sleep, & hibernate timeouts.

  • Function:

    Adjust how long your screen remains on and how long your device waits before going to sleep, optimizing for energy efficiency.

  • Customization:

    Set different timeouts for when your device is plugged in and when it's on battery power. 

4. Energy Recommendations:

  • Access: Go to Settings > System > Power & battery > Energy recommendations. 
  • Function: Windows can analyze your usage patterns and provide recommendations for optimizing energy consumption, such as adjusting screen brightness or setting sleep times. 
  • Customization: You can choose to apply all recommendations or adjust specific settings individually. 

5. Other Tips for Energy Saving:

  • Lower Screen Brightness: Dimming the display is one of the most effective ways to save battery life.
  • Disable Unnecessary Background Apps: Close apps that are not in use to reduce power consumption.
  • Use Power-Efficient Apps: Opt for apps that are designed to be power-efficient.
  • Check for Updates: Ensure your device has the latest Windows updates, which often include power management improvements.