Windows is known to get slower over time. So, it came as a surprise when some users raised concerns about Windows 11 slowing down already. There could be a long list of causes that could be behind this but thankfully, in each scenario, a handful of simple tweaks can significantly enhance system speed. A slow computer is less efficient. However, contrary to popular belief, Windows computers are not designed to slow down with time. If you notice your system is underperforming or apps are taking longer to launch, this could be due to a lack of system storage or an excessive number of background apps, or services. Today, we will guide you on how to speed up Windows 11 PCs. So, let us begin!
How to Speed Up Windows 11 PC
Many factors may affect the performance of your Windows 11 system. Hence, checking its performance through Performance Monitor is the first step to diagnosing the issue.
Diagnose Your System Through Performance Monitor
Performance monitor comes as an inbuilt tool in Windows OS. The tool monitors and identifies apps and processes that are slowing your computer down. Follow the given steps to run the Performance monitor:
1. Kliknite na Ikona vyhľadávania a typ Performance monitor. Kliknite na Otvorený, ako je znázornené.
2. Na ľavej table kliknite na Data Collector Sets.
3. Then, double click on systém nastaviť.
4. Pravým tlačidlom myši kliknite na Výkon systému a zvoľte štart from the context menu, as depicted.
The scan would run and collect data for 60 seconds.
5. After the test is completed, click on Správy in the left pane. Then, click on systém in the right pane, as shown.
6. Teraz kliknite na systém výkon.
7. Among the list of reports, find the most posledná správa of the test you ran earlier.
8. V zhrnutie section, you can find the processes which are hogging system resources labeled as Top Process Group.
Poznámka: You can read through other sections of the report to understand the performance of your computer comprehensively.
Metóda 1: Reštartujte počítač
Restarting the PC may seem like a simple thing to do but it acts as a band-aid solution to the problem. It will come in handy to reduce sluggish performance. as your computer performance improves drastically once it is rebooted.
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Method 2: End Unwanted Processes
Task manager is your go-to utility tool to monitor and control memory consumption.
1. lis Klávesy Windows + X spoločne otvoriť Rýchly odkaz Ponuka.
2. vybrať úloha manažér zo zoznamu.
3. V procesy tab, you can see the applications and processes that are consuming a lot of memory resources.
4. Kliknite pravým tlačidlom myši na ikonu aplikačný proces (napr Tímy spoločnosti Microsoft) that you do not need right now.
5. Kliknite na Koniec úloha from the right-click menu, as illustrated below.
Method 3: Disable Startup Applications
Too many applications starting at the time of boot can hog up RAM and can cause Windows OS to slow down. Disabling them will speed up Windows 11. Read our exclusive guide on How to Disable Startup Programs in Windows 11 here.
Method 4: Change Power Plan
Power options may not be that essential in a desktop setup but they could make a ton of difference when set properly on a laptop. To change Power settings, follow these steps:
1. Kliknite na Ikona vyhľadávania a typ ovládanie panel, kliknite Otvoriť.
2. Kliknite na Výkon možnosti.
Poznámky: Nastaviť pohľad by > Veľké ikony from the top right-hand corner, if you can’t see this option.
3. You will see three default power plans offered by Windows:
- Výkon Saver: This option gives you the longest battery life from your laptop at the sacrifice of performance. This is an option that should never be selected by desktop users because it would just impair performance while saving very little power.
- Vyvážený: When a laptop is not plugged into a power source, this is the best alternative. As the name implies, it offers a decent mix between performance and battery life.
- vysoký výkon: When connected to a power source, you require high performance to accomplish CPU-intensive tasks, this should be the first choice.
4. Vybrať vysoký výkon power plan, as shown.
Method 5: Delete Temporary files
Lack of space on your Hard drive can also hinder the performance of your computer. To clean up junk files:
1. lis Klávesy Windows + I. spoločne otvoriť nastavenie app.
2. V systém kliknite na Uskladnenie, ako je znázornené.
3. Wait for Windows to scan your drives to identify temporary files & junk files. Then, click on Dočasný súbory.
4. Mark the checkbox for types of files and data that you no longer need e.g. Thumbnails, Temporary Internet Files, Microsoft Defender Antivirus & Delivery Optimization Files.
Poznámky: Make sure you read the description of each file type to avoid deleting important data.
5. Teraz kliknite na odstrániť súbory shown highlighted.
6. Nakoniec kliknite na pokračovať v Odstráňte súbory confirmation prompt.
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Method 6: Uninstall Unused Programs
Unused apps can hog up RAM resources in the background. It is recommended to uninstall the application that is not used anymore to free up both storage and memory resources.
1. lis Klávesy Windows + X súčasne otvoriť Quick Link Ponuka.
2. Kliknite na Aplikácie a funkcie zo zoznamu.
3. Scroll through the list of installed apps and click on the tri bodky for the app that you want to uninstall. e.g. Translucent TB.
4. Kliknite na odinštalovať.
5. Kliknite na odinštalovať in the prompt to confirm.
6. Repeat the process for all unwanted apps.
Method 7: Disable Visual Effects
Disabling visual effects can serve you in the long run while cutting down on RAM consumptions. This will also help speed up Windows 11 PC.
1. Kliknite na Ikona vyhľadávania a typ systempropertiesadvanced.exe.
2. Potom kliknite na Otvorený, ako je znázornené.
3. pod pokročilý kliknite na nastavenie v výkon Sekcia.
4. V Vizuálne efekty kliknite na Optimalizovať pre výkon.
5. Potom vyberte Použiť> OK na uloženie zmien.
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Method 8: Increase Virtual Memory
Virtual memory allows data in RAM to be offloaded to disc storage, accounting for the lack of physical memory in your system. It is a practical solution to the problem of high memory usage. This will certainly speed up Windows 11.
1. odpálenie vlastnosti systému window as you did in the previous method.
2. Prepnite na ikonu pokročilý A vyberte položku nastavenie pod výkon Sekcia.
3. V Okno Možnosti výkonu, Kliknite na tlačidlo pokročilý tab.
4. Potom kliknite na Zmeniť ... pod virtuálne Memory Masážne stoly Sekcia.
5. Uncheck the box marked Automaticky spravovať veľkosť stránkovacieho súboru pre všetky disky.
6. Vyberte svoju primary drive (napr C:) from the list and click on Žiadny stránkovací súbor, Potom kliknite na Sada.
7. Kliknite na Áno v zobrazenej výzve na potvrdenie.
8. Potom kliknite na non-primary volume (napr D:) in the list of drives and select Vlastné veľkosť.
10. Zadajte Paging size in MegaBytes (MB).
Poznámka 1: Enter the same value for both Počiatočná veľkosť a Maximálna veľkosť.
Poznámka 2: The paging size is ideally dvakrát the size of your physical memory (RAM).
11. Kliknite na Sada > OK.
12. reštart your computer for changes to take effect.
Method 9: Run Virus & Malware scan
Your computer slowing down can be a symptom of a malware attack so it is advised to run an in-depth malware scan. Windows Defender is an inbuilt antivirus to protect Windows system from malware. To run a malware scan, follow the given steps:
1. Kliknite na Ikona vyhľadávania a typ zabezpečenia systému Windows, Potom kliknite na Otvorený.
2. Kliknite na Ochrana pred vírusmi a hrozbami.
3. Kliknite na Možnosti skenovania.
4. vybrať full Scan a kliknite na Skenovanie teraz.
5. Let the scan be completed to get the report. Click on Začnite konať, if threats are found.
Method 10: Defragment Storage Drive
When data blocks or fragments that make up a file are spread across the hard disc, is is known as fragmentation. This occurs over time and causes the system to slow down. Defragmentation is the act of bringing these pieces together on the physical space of the hard disc, allowing Windows to access files more quickly. Alternately, to save space you can transfer more data to an external drive and retrieve it when needed. Read our List of Best External Hard Drive for PC Gaming here.
While Windows defragments your hard drive regularly, you can do it manually as well. Furthermore, new SSDs (Solid State Drives) do not require defragmentation, albeit you should do so on HDDs (Hard Disk Drive). Follow the given steps to speed up Windows 11 by defragmenting your drives:
1. Kliknite na Ikona vyhľadávania a typ Defragmentácia and Optimize Drives, Potom kliknite na Otvoriť.
2. Vybrať riadiť you want to defragment from the list of drives connected to your computer. e.g. Drive (D:)
3. Potom kliknite na Optimalizovať, ako je znázornené.
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Metóda 11: Aktualizujte systém Windows
Windows needs to be regularly updated to work flawlessly. Hence, to speed up Windows 11, update your Windows OS as follows:
1. odpálenie nastavenie & kliknite na Windows Update v ľavej časti okna.
2. Potom kliknite na Skontrolovať aktualizácie.
3. If there is any update available, click on Stiahnutie a inštalácia.
4. Let the install be downloaded and installed. Click on Reštartovať teraz to implement the update.
Method 12: Update Outdated Drivers
Outdated drivers can also present themselves as obstructions and may slow down your computer. Hence, to speed up Windows 11, update all system drivers by any of the following methods.
Method 12A: Through Device Manager Window
1. Type, search & launch Správca zariadení from search bar, as shown.
2. Dvakrát kliknite na ovládače napr sieťové adaptéry that are outdated.
3. Kliknite pravým tlačidlom myši na ikonu outdated driver (napr Realtek RTL8822CE 802.11 ac PCIe adaptér).
4. Potom kliknite na Aktualizujte ovládač from the context menu, as shown.
5. Kliknite na Vyhľadajte automaticky ovládače.
Let the scan run and find the latest driver pre vaše zariadenie.
6A. If updates are available, the system will install them automatically.
6B. If not, you will be notified about the same via Najlepšie ovládače pre vaše zariadenie sú už nainštalované správa.
7. After updating, click on Zavrieť.
8. Repeat the above steps to update all outdated drivers to speed up Windows 11.
Method 12B: Through Windows Update Feature
1. lis Klávesy Windows + I. súčasne otvoriť nastavenie app.
2. Kliknite na Windows Update v ľavej časti okna.
3. Potom kliknite na pokročilé možnosti, shown highlighted.
4. Kliknite na Voliteľné aktualizácie pod Ďalšie možnosti.
5. Vybrať Aktualizácia ovládačov možnosť.
6. Check the boxes for available driver updates and click on Stiahnutie a inštalácia tlačidlo.
7. reštart your Windows 11 PC for installation to take place successfully.
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Pro Tip: Automate Storage Maintenance using Storage Sense
Automating your storage maintenance will manage your temporary files on your behalf without user intervention. To enable Storage Sense, do as follows:
1. Kliknite na Ikona vyhľadávania a typ nastavenie, kliknite Otvoriť.
2. V systém kliknite na Uskladnenie.
3. Click on the switch prepínač pre Skladovanie Sense aby ste ho zapli.
4. Potom kliknite na šípka smerujúca doprava v Skladovanie Sense dlaždice.
5. Here, check the box marked Keep Windows running smoothly by automatically cleaning up temporary system and app files.
6. Tun on the toggle under Automatické čistenie používateľského obsahu.
7. Configure settings according to your choice like
- Spustite Storage Sense Frekvencia
- Delete files in my recycle bin if they have been there for Doba trvania.
- Delete files in my Downloads folders if they haven’t been opened for Doba trvania.
8. Nakoniec kliknite na Teraz spustite Storage Sense zobrazené tlačidlo zvýraznené.
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