To access and understand your battery report in Windows 11, follow these steps:
- Open the Command Prompt: Search for "cmd" in the Windows search bar and right-click to "Run as administrator."
- Run the Powercfg Command: Type the following command and press Enter:
powercfg /batteryreport - Locate the Battery Report: The command will generate a battery report HTML file that will be saved in your user profile's Documents folder. Open the file to view the report.
The battery report provides detailed information about your device's battery usage and performance. Here's a breakdown of the key sections:
Battery Usage History
This section displays a graphical representation of your battery usage over the past few days. You can see how much time your device spent on battery power and when it was plugged in.
Battery Life Estimates
This section provides an estimated battery life for different usage scenarios, such as video playback, web browsing, and idle time.
Battery Capacity
This section shows the current battery capacity, which is the amount of charge the battery can hold. This information can help you determine if your battery is aging and needs replacement.
Power Consumption
This section lists the software and hardware components that consume the most power. This can help you identify potential culprits for poor battery life.
Recent Usage
This section lists the programs and activities that have recently used the most battery power. This information can help you understand how your usage patterns affect battery life.
Additional Information
The battery report also includes information about the battery type, manufacturer, and other technical details.
By analyzing this information, you can gain valuable insights into your device's battery health and optimize your usage habits to improve battery life.
