This guide will explore the process of activating or deactivating Efficiency Mode in Windows 11. When your Windows 11 computer is burdened with too many applications, you may observe signs of strain such as the aging of your fan. Although you can alleviate the computer’s workload by shutting down unnecessary programs, you can also utilize the Efficiency Mode feature that was included in the 22H2 Windows 11 update. Efficiency Mode is designed to allocate resources to high-priority tasks for an uninterrupted and seamless user experience.
What is Efficiency Mode in Windows 11
Efficiency Mode is a feature introduced in the Windows 11 update 22H2 that allows users to optimize their computer’s performance. When Efficiency Mode is enabled, Windows 11 will allocate resources more intelligently, prioritizing high-priority tasks such as running important software or completing important tasks. This results in a smoother and more seamless user experience, especially when the computer is burdened with multiple applications. Efficiency Mode is intended to make the most of the available resources on a Windows 11 computer, ensuring that the system runs at optimal levels while conserving energy.
How to Enable Efficiency Mode in Windows 11
To activate Efficiency Mode on your Windows 11 computer, you will first need to enable the Task Manager. This can be accomplished in various ways. One method is to right-click the Windows Start icon and select Task Manager from the available options. You can also utilize the search bar or press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys to access the Task Manager. Additionally, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + Delete. Once the Task Manager is open, you can determine which application is utilizing the most resources by clicking on the CPU column. Identify the app that is using the most resources and select it. This will cause the Efficiency Mode option at the top right of the window to become activated. If you click on the option, a new window will appear, warning you that activating Efficiency Mode may cause instability for certain processes. If you wish to proceed, click on the “Turn on Efficiency Mode” button. Another way to activate Efficiency Mode is to right-click on the task and choose the Efficiency Mode option from the list of available options.
Once Efficiency Mode has been activated, you will be able to recognize it by the presence of a leaf icon in the Status column. If you open Microsoft Edge, you will see the leaf icon by default since it uses Efficiency Mode automatically. However, if you select an option from the Efficiency Mode button that does not light up, it may be because it is a core Windows service or app. Alternatively, it may be a process group that includes several processes, and Efficiency Mode cannot be applied to it as a single task. However, you can view all the processes by clicking on the app, and by right-clicking on one or more of them, you can apply Efficiency Mode to them.
How to Disable Efficiency Mode in Windows 11
To disable Efficiency Mode in Windows 11, you can follow the steps below:
- First, open the Task Manager by using any of the available methods, such as right-clicking the Windows Start icon and selecting Task Manager.
- Once the Task Manager is open, locate the app or process for which you want to disable Efficiency Mode.
- Right-click on the app or process and select the “Efficiency Mode” option from the context menu.
- In the sub-menu that appears, select “Disable Efficiency Mode” to turn off the feature for the selected app or process.
- If you want to disable Efficiency Mode for all running processes, you can click on the Efficiency Mode button at the top right of the Task Manager window, and then select “Disable Efficiency Mode” from the drop-down menu.
- Once you have disabled Efficiency Mode for the desired app or process or all processes, you will no longer see the leaf icon in the Status column indicating that Efficiency Mode is active.
Further Reading
If you’re looking to conserve battery power on your device, there are several options available to you. One way to do this is by utilizing Battery Saving Mode in Google Chrome, which we’ll discuss further in this article. Additionally, we’ll provide some helpful tips on how to extend the battery life of your Pixel 7 device. If you’re a Chromebook user, we’ll also provide some useful battery-saving tips for you. Android users may also be interested in exploring the best battery life apps for their device, which can help them manage power usage more effectively.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Efficiency Mode in Windows 11 is a useful feature that helps redirect resources to more important tasks, resulting in a smoother user experience. To enable Efficiency Mode, you can open the Task Manager, select the app or process you want to optimize, and click on the Efficiency Mode option. You can recognize Efficiency Mode by the leaf icon that appears in the Status column. To disable Efficiency Mode, simply follow the same steps and select the Disable Efficiency Mode option. By using Efficiency Mode and following some best practices, you can improve your device’s performance and battery life.
