How to Configure Windows 10 to Shutdown After Closing the Lid

Windows 10 offers various power options that allow you to customize how your computer behaves when you close the lid. By default, Windows 10 is set to sleep when the lid is closed, but you can easily configure it to shut down instead. This article will guide you through the process of configuring Windows 10 to shutdown after closing the lid.

Step 1: Open Power Options

The first step is to open the Power Options settings. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Start menu in the bottom left corner of your screen.
2. Click on the gear icon to open the Settings menu.
3. In the Settings menu, click on the System option.
4. In the System settings, click on the Power & sleep option in the left sidebar.
5. On the right side of the Power & sleep settings, click on the Additional power settings link.

Step 2: Choose a Power Plan

In the Power Options window, you will see a list of power plans. A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings that manages how your computer uses and conserves power. To configure the lid close action, follow these steps:

1. Identify the power plan that is currently selected. It will be marked with a radio button.
2. Click on the Change plan settings link next to the selected power plan.

Step 3: Configure Lid Close Action

In the Edit Plan Settings window, you can configure various power settings for your selected power plan. To change the lid close action, follow these steps:

1. Click on the Change advanced power settings link.
2. A new Power Options window will open. Scroll down until you find the "Power buttons and lid" option and expand it by clicking on the plus icon next to it.
3. Next, expand the "Lid close action" option.
4. Here, you will find two options: On battery and Plugged in. Click on the drop-down menus next to each option and select the "Shut down" option.
5. Click on the Apply button to save your changes.

Step 4: Test the Configuration

Now that you have configured Windows 10 to shutdown after closing the lid, it's time to test if the changes have taken effect. Simply close the lid of your laptop and wait for a few seconds. Your computer should now shut down instead of going to sleep.

That's it! You have successfully configured Windows 10 to shutdown after closing the lid. Remember that you can always revert back to the default settings or choose a different lid close action if needed.

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