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1. Lower Your Screen Brightness
Your display is one of the biggest power drains. Reducing brightness on your laptop or monitor can significantly improve battery life. This simple adjustment helps your device run cooler and last longer throughout the day.
2. Use Built-In Power Saver Modes
Modern laptops come with Battery Saver, Power Saver, or Energy Saver modes. These settings reduce background tasks, slow unnecessary processes, and optimize overall performance to keep your battery running longer. Desktop users can also benefit from power-efficient settings to reduce energy usage.
3. Close Unneeded Apps and Programs
Too many apps, browser tabs, or background processes can make your laptop drain power faster. Closing unused software helps your CPU work more efficiently, improves performance, and helps preserve battery life.
4. Update Your Operating System
Keeping your laptop or desktop updated ensures better security and improved power optimization. Many Windows and macOS updates include patches that boost battery performance, making this one of the easiest long-term solutions.
5. Disconnect Unnecessary Accessories
External monitors, USB devices, hard drives, and gaming peripherals all pull power from your laptop. If you’re trying to extend battery life, unplug anything you’re not actively using.
6. Adjust Your Display Timeout
Shortening your display’s sleep timer on laptops and monitors can significantly reduce power drain. A 1–5 minute timeout helps preserve battery life when you step away from your device.
7. Manage Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Settings
If you’re not using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, turn them off. Both features constantly search for connections, which drains battery power on laptops faster than you’d expect.
8. Keep Your Laptop Cool
Heat is one of the biggest enemies of battery health. Avoid placing your laptop on surfaces that trap heat—like blankets, couches, or beds. Overheating forces your device to work harder, which drains the battery and shortens its lifespan.
9. Use Certified Chargers
Using a compatible, high-quality charger is essential for long-term battery performance. Cheap or off-brand chargers can damage your battery over time or charge inefficiently, reducing overall lifespan.
10. Avoid Charging to 100% Every Time
Most laptop batteries last longer when kept between 20% and 80%. While a full charge is sometimes necessary, consistent 100% charging can shorten battery health over time.
Why Battery Care Matters for Refurbished Devices
Whether you're using a refurbished laptop, desktop, or monitor from Evergreen Electronics, proper power management helps extend the life of your device and keeps it performing like new. These battery-saving habits are simple, effective, and ideal for anyone looking to get the most value from their technology.
