How to Extend Windows 11 Notification Duration
Windows 11 sends you notifications for updates, messages, and events. By default, these boxes pop up for 5 seconds and then vanish. If you are a slow reader, you might miss important information before the box disappears.
Why change this? You should change this if you find yourself missing alerts because they disappear too quickly.
What happens when done? Your computer will keep notification banners on your screen for your chosen length of time, making them much easier to read.
How to extend notification time
You do not need admin privileges to change this setting. Follow these simple steps:
- Open the Windows Settings app Settings app on your computer.
- Select Accessibility from the list on the left side of the window.
- Click on the Visual effects tile on the right side.
- Find the option labeled “Dismiss notifications after this amount of time.”
- Click the menu to pick a new duration. You can choose anywhere from 5 seconds up to 5 minutes.
Close the Settings app once you have made your choice. Your next notification will stay on your screen for the new amount of time you selected.
Summary
You can easily control how long notifications stay on your Windows 11 screen. By visiting the Accessibility menu in your Settings, you can extend the duration from the default 5 seconds up to 5 minutes. This makes it much easier to keep track of alerts without having to rush to read them.
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