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Windows sleep shortcut

Anonymous
2017-04-20T19:22:04+00:00

I would like to have a shortcut to put my computer to sleep or, is it Windows? ( like the option in Start button> Power)

How can I make that shortcut?

Thanks

Javier

Windows for home | Other | Desktop, Start, and personalization

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  1. Anonymous
    2017-04-21T00:23:09+00:00

    Hi Javier,

    Instead of creating a shortcut, here's an easier way to put your computer into sleep mode: Press Windows key + X, followed by U, then S to sleep.

    We hope this helps.

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  2. Anonymous
    2017-04-21T22:47:13+00:00

    Hi,

    I did go to properties on the Device Manager and clicked on the "Use mouse for wake up" check box.

    It works only when the computer goes asleep on its own, after the time allotted but not when put to sleep using Windows Key+ 'X' and then 'U' follow by 'S'.

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  3. Anonymous
    2017-04-21T14:58:41+00:00

    Thanks John, it really solved my problem.  And quickly, too.

    Now, if there were a way to "Wake up" from sleep with a shortcut, too...

    what do you think?

    Javier

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  4. Anonymous
    2017-04-21T15:20:30+00:00

    To wake up from sleep I tap any key on my keyboard or move my mouse.

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  5. Anonymous
    2017-04-21T16:08:23+00:00

    Thanks, Bulldog.

    I appreciate your sharing.

    I can't wake up my computer by hitting a key or moving the mouse.  I tried it.  I have to push the start button on the computer tower to awaken it.

    Maybe I need to do a settings tweak but couldn't find where or how.

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