What is Fast Startup in Windows 11?

Microsoft introduced the feature with Windows 8 to improve the boot times of Windows PCs and laptops.

How Does Fast Startup Works in Windows 11?

Control panel search

So, with Fast Startup, your Windows 11 PC or laptop is never completely shut down.

Things to Know Before Using Fast Startup in Windows 11!

How to Enable or Disable Fast Startup in Windows 11?

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The most common of them all is via the Control Panel.

2.Click theControl Paneloption in the search results to open it on your Windows 11 PC or laptop.

3.Click theSystem and Securityoption in the Control Panel window.

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4.On the following page, click theChange what the power buttons dooption under thePower Options section.

5.Now, click theChange parameters that are currently unavailablebutton at the top.

Note:You will require administrator rights to unlock the unavailable tweaks.

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7.Click theSave changesoption to save the change on your PC or laptop.

2.Click theRun as administratoroption for theCommand Prompttool in the search results.

3.ClickYeson the followingUser Account Controlprompt.

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1.Press theWindows + Rshortcut toopen the Run tool.

5.On the right pane, locate theHiberbootEnabledkey anddouble-click itto openits properties.

6.In the following window, change theValue Datafrom1to0and click theOKbutton to save the change.

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This willdisable the Fast Startup feature on your Windows 11 gadget.

  1. reboot your Windows deviceto apply the change.

FAQs

Can I disable Fast Startup on my Windows 11 PC?

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How to disable Fast Startup from parameters in Windows 11?

The Fast Startup feature cannot be enabled or disabled using the Windows 11 controls app.

Should I disable Fast Startup in Windows 11?

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Does Fast Startup really improve the boot-up time of Windows 11 laptops?

Does Fast Startup scrub the RAM in Windows 11?

Final Words

So, there you have it!

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If you want to watch a video guide to follow the steps more easily, check the below video.

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