Windows 11 is designed for efficiency and performance, but over time, your laptop may start to slow down. If you want to boost your system’s speed and responsiveness, follow these simple yet effective steps to optimize your Windows 11 laptop or the tutorial we made in our youtube channel below.
Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs :
Many applications automatically launch when you start your laptop, which can slow down boot time. To disable unnecessary startup programs:
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Navigate to the Startup tab.
- Disable apps that you don’t need running at startup by right-clicking and selecting Disable.
Optimize Power Settings :
Windows 11 offers different power modes to balance performance and energy consumption. To switch to a performance-based setting:
- Open Settings > System > Power & battery.
- Under Power mode, select Best performance.
Uninstall Unused Programs :
Unused software takes up storage and can slow down your system. To remove unnecessary apps:
- Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
- Click on unwanted programs and select Uninstall.
Disable Visual Effects :
Windows 11 has improved visual effects, but they canimpact performance. To disable them:
- Press Win + R, type
sysdm.cpl, and press Enter. - Go to the Advanced tab and under Performance, click Settings.
- Choose Adjust for best performance or manually disable unnecessary effects.
Clear Temporary Files :
Tempory files accumulate over time and can slow down your laptop. To clean them up:
- Press Win + R, type
temp, and hit Enter. - Delete all files in the folder.
- Repeat with
%temp%andprefetch.
Update Windows and Drivers :
Keeping Windows and drivers updated ensures your laptop runs efficiently, To check for updates:
- Open Settings > Windows Update.
- Click Check for updates and install any available updates.
- Update drivers via Device Manager or the manufacturer’s website.
Use Storage Sense :
Windows 11 has a built-in feature to manage storage automatically. To enable Storage Sense:
- Go to Settings > System > Storage.
- Turn on Storage Sense to automatically remove unnecessary files.
Disable Background Apps :
Background apps consume system resources. To turn them off:
- Open Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
- Click on an app, select Advanced options, and turn off Background app permissions.
Upgrade Hardware (If Needed) :
If your laptop is still slow, consider upgrading hardware components like:
- RAM: Adding more RAM can improve multitasking.
- SSD: Upgrading from an HDD to an SSD dramatically boosts speed.
By following the steps we mentioned in this simple article, you’ll be able to improve your windows 11 laptop efficiency, you can also watch the video below for more visual troubleshooting.