Shut down, sleep, or hibernate your PC - Microsoft Support Press the Windows logo key + X on your keyboard, and then select Shut down or sign out > Hibernate You can also set closing the lid or pressing the power or sleep buttons to hibernate your PC, if you so desire, using the same directions in To set your PC so it goes to sleep when you close the lid or press the power button
Power settings in Windows 11 - Microsoft Support The tables below show the new default values for screen and sleep To learn how to change the screen and sleep settings on your Windows device: To adjust power and sleep settings in Windows 11, select Start > Settings > System > Power battery > Screen, sleep, hibernate timeouts
Change display brightness and color in Windows - Microsoft Support Change brightness automatically based on lighting conditions Some PCs can let Windows automatically adjust screen brightness based on the current lighting conditions To find out if your PC supports this: This automatic setting helps make sure your screen is readable wherever you go
Customize the Lock Screen in Windows - Microsoft Support Customize the background image Customize the lock screen status Weather and more app The Weather and more app for the Windows lock screen enhances the lock screen experience by providing dynamic, real-time updates It displays current weather conditions, dynamic updates related to finance, sports, traffic, and more through small widgets
Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows - Microsoft Support If you are using a Windows 10 device, start by running the automated Bluetooth troubleshooter in the Get Help app It will automatically run diagnostics and attempt to fix most Bluetooth problems
Change the desktop background in Windows - Microsoft Support After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10 Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11
Set time, date, and time zone settings in Windows - Microsoft Support After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10 Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11
Connect to a Wi-Fi network in Windows - Microsoft Support After you find your password, you can use it on another PC or device to connect to your Wi-Fi network by scanning the QR code or entering the network details In the Settings app on your Windows device, select Network internet > Properties , then, next to Wi-Fi network password, select Show