Microsoft has recently released the Windows 11 version 24H2, and users have reported a new behavior related to the media player when the laptop goes into sleep mode. Previously, in version 22H2, closing the laptop lid did not stop the media player from playing music. However, with the new update, this behavior has changed, causing frustration among some users who prefer their music to continue playing even when the laptop is closed. This article will provide a detailed context of this topic, covering the key concepts and providing solutions for those who want to keep their media player running in sleep mode.
Media Player and Sleep Mode in Windows 11
Windows 11 has a power-saving feature called sleep mode, which conserves energy by putting the laptop into a low-power state when it is idle. In this state, the laptop's screen turns off, and most background applications are stopped. However, some applications, such as the media player, can operate differently depending on the version of Windows being used.
Windows 11 Version 22H2
In Windows 11 version 22H2, closing the laptop lid did not affect the media player. The music continued to play even when the laptop was in sleep mode. This was a liked feature among users who preferred to keep their music playing without keeping the laptop awake.
Windows 11 Version 24H2
In the new Windows 11 version 24H2, things have changed. When the laptop goes into sleep mode, the media player stops playing the music. This behavior is consistent with other power-saving features in the operating system, where background applications are stopped to conserve energy. However, it has caused frustration among some users who prefer to listen to music without keeping the laptop awake.
How to Keep Media Player Running in Sleep Mode
While the new behavior of the media player in Windows 11 version 24H2 is consistent with the operating system's power-saving features, some users may still prefer to keep their music playing while the laptop is in sleep mode. Here are a few ways to do this.
Disable Sleep Mode
One way to keep the media player running in sleep mode is to disable sleep mode altogether. This can be done by going into the power and battery settings and selecting "never" for the sleep mode. However, this option is not ideal as it will consume more battery power, and the laptop will not have the power-saving feature.
Use a Different Media Player
Another option is to use a different media player that is not affected by the sleep mode. There are many media players available that are designed to keep playing even when the laptop is in sleep mode. Some popular options include Foobar2000, Winamp, and VLC Media Player.
Use a Third-Party App
There are also third-party apps available that can keep the media player running in sleep mode. One such app is Insomnia, which prevents the laptop from going into sleep mode when it is running. This app can be configured to allow the media player to keep playing even when the laptop is closed.
- In Windows 11 version 24H2, the media player stops playing music when the laptop goes into sleep mode.
- This behavior is consistent with the operating system's power-saving features.
- To keep the media player running in sleep mode, users can disable sleep mode or use a different media player or third-party app.