Windows 8 is one of the
recent and more advanced operating system compared to the previous version.
There are some weird facts about windows 8, which includes the disabled or
hidden function of hibernation mode. Many windows 8 users aren't aware that
hibernation option is available in windows 8 because the option is hidden
(Microsoft simply disabled it).
For most of us that don't
know about hibernation, well let me explain what it means and how it helps.
Hibernation in computing is simply powering down the computer
while retaining its state. During hibernation, the computer saves the content
of its RAM to the hard disk or any other non-volatile storage memory. Once the
computer is being powered on, it resumes to its retained state. One great
advantage of hibernation in the computer or laptop is that it improves battery
life. You can also check out 10 ways to improve the life of your laptop battery.
Today's stroll, I would brief
you on the easiest method on how you can enable or activate hibernation mode in
windows 8/8.1.
How to Activate Hibernate
Mode in Windows 8/8.1
Step 1» Firstly, press Windows + W key to open the
settings search menu. Then search for power options and select.
Step 2» After that, at the left side, click on Choose what
the power buttons do option, and a dialogue box would appear then select Change
settings that are currently unavailable option.
Step 3» Once you click on the above option, then scroll down
the shutdown settings and check Hibernate box and save the options.
Read also: How to install Windows 8 from a USB Device
That's it. The hibernation
mode of your laptop is now enabled and no more hidden in your windows 8. So
whenever you want to hibernate your laptop, simply move the mouse cursor to
The upper-right corner of
your Windows 8
Screen on your laptop and
then select on Settings » Power option and you should see
hibernation mode in the list, and then select from there.
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