How to Schedule a Shutdown Timer in Windows 11 [4 Ways]

Save energy and time with a few simple commands

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Updated onAugust 28, 2024

updated onAugust 28, 2024

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Settings up a shutdown timer in Windows is possible with a relatively simple command, or using theTask Scheduler. We’ll walk you through all the steps necessary below.

So, if you want to be able to shut down once a long download is finished or want to prevent keeping your computer running in case you fall asleep, keep reading.

How can I schedule the shutdown in Windows 11?

1. Auto shutdown Windows 11 with Run

You will need to replaceXXXXin that command with an actual numerical time value. Entering a value of1would set Windows to shut down in one second.

Entering3600(three thousand, six hundred seconds) will set Windows to shut down in an hour. There are some more time values:

2. Schedule shutdown via Windows Terminal

3. Schedule shutdown with Task Scheduler

4. Set up a shutdown timer desktop shortcut

Wrapping up

If you want to specify Windows 11 to shut down at a specific time every day, theTask Schedulermethod is the best. With that tool, you can set up a recurring daily shutdown task for a specific clock time. Then you won’t need to keep on entering a shutdown timer command every day.

Moreover, keep in mind that you canshut down Windows 11 with a keyboard shortcut. You may even create a custom shutdown shortcut to turn off your computer globally even if other apps are opened.

So, choose whatever method you prefer for scheduling shutdown in Windows 11. Note that those methods will also work in other Windows platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can set a sleep timer in Settings > System > Power & battery > Screen and sleep. Choose the idle time after which your PC will automatically go to sleep.

Yes, use Task Scheduler to create a task that runs shutdown.exe -s at a specific time. This method allows for recurring shutdowns, so your PC will turn off automatically based on your schedule.

Windows 11 includesNight Light,which reduces blue light emission. Enable it via Settings > System > Display, and you can schedule it to turn on at a specific time to reduce eye strain during late hours.

How to Schedule a Shutdown Timer in Windows 11 [4 Ways]#

How can I schedule the shutdown in Windows 11?#

1. Auto shutdown Windows 11 with Run#

2. Schedule shutdown via Windows Terminal#

3. Schedule shutdown with Task Scheduler#

4. Set up a shutdown timer desktop shortcut#

Wrapping up#

Frequently Asked Questions#