Hibernate mode is like sleep mode in Windows 11. The difference is with sleep mode, your desktop session and current work are saved in the system memory or RAM. It lets you resume your previous sessions quickly, but your computer is not fully shut down. In hibernate mode, your work and desktop sessions are saved on the system hard drive, allowing Windows to completely shut down, and resume your previous session when the computer is turned back on. Either method works, however, one saves a lot more energy than the other. Not all computers are equipped with the hibernate feature. If you don’t see the hibernate feature in the Control Panel, it means your computer isn’t compatible. The hibernate feature isn’t new to Windows 11. It has been part of Windows since XP. To get started turning on hibernate mode in Windows 11, follow the steps below:
How to enable hibernate mode in Windows 11
As mentioned above, hibernate mode in Windows 11 allows you to shut down your computer while saving your work and allowing you to resume your work quickly when you turn. To turn it on, go to the Start menu, and search for Control Panel, then select the relevant result as shown below. When the control panel app opens, go to System and Security as shown below. On the System and Security category pane, select the link for Change what the power buttons do as highlighted below. On the next screen, click on the link for Change settings that are currently unavailable as shown below. Then enable Hibernate mode as shown below. Click Save changes, then exit. Now the Hibernate button will be an option when you want to shut down or put your computer to sleep. That’s it!
How to turn off hibernate mode in Windows 11
If you change your mind about enabling the hibernate mode in Windows 11, reverse the steps above by going to Start ==> search for “Control Panel” and select the control panel app and go to System and Security ==> Change what the power buttons do ==> Change settings that are currently unavailable then uncheck the Hibernate mode option. That should do it! Conclusion: This post showed you how to enable or disable the hibernate mode in Windows 11. If you find any error above, please use the comment form below to report.
