Change Laptop Lid Open Action in Windows 11

This post shows students and new users steps to change a laptop lid open action in Windows 11. In Windows, users can choose what actions to take when a laptop lid is opened, waking from sleep, modern standby, or hibernating.

Our previous post showed you how to change the Lid Close Action in Windows 11. When Windows goes to suspend mode, it’s not turned off – just go to sleep. You can resume by opening the lid, and your session will continue from where you left off.

In Lid Open Action, users can specify which one of the two actions to take below:

• Do Nothing = No action is taken when the system lid is opened.
• Turn on the display (default) = Windows turns on the display when the system lid is opened.

Below is how to configure the Lid Open Action in Windows 11

How to choose lid open action in Windows 11

As mentioned above, Windows allows users to choose what to do when a laptop lid opens: wake from sleep, modern standby, or hibernate.

Below is how to configure the lid open action in Windows 11.

Windows 11 has a centralized location for the majority of its settings. Everything can be done, from system configurations to creating new users and updating Windows from its System Settings pane.

However, many advanced settings can still be done in the old Control Panel. Changing lid open actions is one of the changes you’ll need to go to the Control Panel for.

Open the Control Panel in Windows 11 by going to the Start Menu and searching for and selecting Control Panel under Best match.

When the Control Panel app opens, go to Hardware and Sound category group highlighted below.

Select the Power Options settings group highlighted below in the Hardware and Sound category.

Select the Change Plan settings link in the Power Options pane, as highlighted below.

Next, click Change advanced power settings link as highlighted below.

Expand the Power buttons, lid, and Lid open action settings as highlighted below. Under Lid open action, choose what action to take when the laptop lid opens:

• On battery:
  • Do nothing
  • Turn on the display (default)
• Plugged in:
  • Do nothing
  • Turn on the display (default)

Make your selection and click OK to save your settings.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

In summary, adjusting the lid open action in Windows 11 is a straightforward process that allows users to customize their laptop experience. Here are the key points to remember:

• Users can choose between two actions: “Do Nothing” or “Turn on the display.”
• The configuration is done through the Control Panel under the Power Options settings.
• Both options can be set differently for when the laptop is on battery or plugged in.
• These settings help manage the power consumption and enhance usability based on individual preferences.
• Always remember to click OK to save your changes.

By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively manage how your laptop responds when you open the lid, optimizing your workflow and power usage.