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If you want to change the amount of time it takes for your Mac to go to sleep, you can do so by adjusting your system settings. By default, your Mac is set to turn off its display and enter sleep mode after a few minutes of inactivity to conserve power. However, you can extend or reduce this automatic sleep time by going into your System Settings and selecting Lock Screen from the left sidebar. From there, you can adjust the Turn display off when inactive settings. Depending on your macOS version, you may find these settings under Battery or Energy Saver instead.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to change sleep time | Click on the Apple logo > System Preferences > Battery > Schedule |
| How to turn off sleep mode | System Preferences > Energy Saver > tick the box next to "Prevent computer from sleeping automatically when the display is off" > drag the "Turn display off after" slider to "Never" |
| How to schedule sleep times | Click on the Apple logo > System Preferences > Battery > Click Schedule > Select the day of the week and the exact time you would like to put your Mac to sleep |
| Sleep time settings | Open System Settings > Select Lock Screen from the left sidebar > Click the drop-down menu next to "Turn display off when inactive" or Turn display off on battery when inactive > Choose from 1 minute to 3 hours or "Never" |
| Sleep and wake settings | System Preferences > Battery > Options > Wake Mac for network access on battery, power adapter, or never |
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What You'll Learn
Using System Preferences
To change the time it takes for your Mac to go to sleep, you can use the System Preferences on your device. Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Access System Preferences
Click on the Apple logo in the upper-left corner of your screen to access the System Preferences.
Step 2: Select Battery or Energy Saver
Depending on your macOS version, you may need to select different options. For MacBook users, go to System Preferences and select 'Battery'. Older macOS versions, such as macOS Monterey and earlier, also have the option to select 'Energy Saver'. If you are using a Mac desktop, the 'Energy Saver' option is recommended.
Step 3: Adjust Sleep Settings
In the Battery or Energy Saver settings, you will find various options to adjust your Mac's sleep behaviour.
- Turn Display Off After: Use the slider to choose how long your MacBook should wait before putting the display to sleep. You can select anywhere from one minute up to three hours, or you can drag the slider to Never if you don't want the display to turn off automatically.
- Prevent Computer from Sleeping Automatically: Tick the box next to "Prevent computer from sleeping automatically when the display is off" to keep your Mac awake even when the display is off.
- Wake for Network Access: Allow your Mac to wake up and perform background tasks like updating apps or receiving messages while it's asleep.
- Schedule Sleep Times: If you want to put your Mac to sleep at a specific time, click on Schedule in the Battery settings. From here, you can select the day of the week and the exact time you want your Mac to go to sleep.
By following these steps, you can customise the sleep settings on your Mac according to your preferences.
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Adjusting the 'Turn display off after' slider
Adjusting the "Turn display off after" slider will allow you to choose how long your MacBook waits before putting your display to sleep. The slider offers a range of times from one minute up to three hours, or you can slide it to the right if you never want the display to turn off.
- Click on the Apple logo: Click on the Apple icon located in the upper-left corner of your screen.
- Select System Preferences: Once the Apple menu is open, select "System Preferences".
- Choose Energy Saver or Battery: Depending on your macOS version, you may need to select "Energy Saver" or "Battery". For older versions of macOS, you may find the setting under "Battery" or "Energy Saver".
- Adjust the slider: In the "Energy Saver" or "Battery" settings, you will find the "Turn display off after" slider. Move the slider to your preferred duration before your display goes to sleep.
Please note that the "Turn display off after" slider controls the time it takes for your display to turn off due to inactivity. If you want to prevent your Mac from automatically sleeping when the display is off, you can enable the "Prevent automatic sleeping when the display is off" or "Prevent computer from sleeping automatically when the display is off" setting. This will keep your Mac awake even if the display is turned off.
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Scheduling sleep times
Using System Preferences:
- Click on the Apple logo in the upper-left corner of your screen.
- Select System Preferences.
- Open Battery by clicking on it.
- Click on Schedule.
- Select the day of the week and the exact time you would like your Mac to sleep or wake up.
Using the Terminal:
If you want to put your Mac to sleep, shut it down, or restart it after a set amount of time, you can use the Terminal:
- Go to Applications > Utilities to open Terminal.
- Enter the following command, but don't hit Return yet: "pmset sleep [time]" (replace [time] with the desired time in seconds).
- Add a space at the end of this command, then type one of the following modifiers: sleep, poweroff, or restart.
Adjusting Sleep Settings:
You can also adjust your Mac's sleep settings to control when it automatically goes to sleep:
- Open System Settings and select Lock Screen from the left sidebar.
- Click the drop-down menu next to "Turn display off when inactive" or "Turn display off on battery when inactive."
- Choose your preferred amount of time, ranging from one minute up to three hours, or select "Never".
- If you're using a MacBook, you can also set "Turn display off on power adapter when inactive" according to your preference.
Additionally, you can explore other sleep-related settings, such as preventing your Mac from sleeping automatically when the display is off, enabling Power Nap, and allowing your Mac to wake for network access. These settings can be found under Battery or Energy Saver in System Preferences, depending on your macOS version.
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Using third-party apps
You can use third-party apps to prevent your Mac from going to sleep. Here are some options:
Lungo
Lungo is an app that prevents your Mac from sleeping for as long as you want. To use it, install the app and click on the icon with a cup of coffee in the menu bar. Then, set the wake-up time you want, from 10 minutes to indefinitely. Lungo is available on Setapp, where you can try it for free for seven days.
OneSwitch
OneSwitch is another app available on Setapp that lets you change settings with one click. It allows you to keep your Mac awake for 5 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour, 2 hours, 5 hours, or 8 hours.
Endurance
Endurance is an app designed to keep your Mac's battery healthy and increase its life by up to 20%. It gradually reduces the brightness of the screen when needed, so you are not inconvenienced, and the battery lasts longer.
MacKeeper
MacKeeper's Memory Cleaner helps you identify and close unnecessary processes that are running in the background and consuming your battery. This can help extend your battery life and prevent your Mac from falling asleep due to high battery drain.
Alarm Apps
You can also use third-party alarm apps that are designed to keep your computer from sleeping.
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Using Terminal
If you want to change the time it takes for your Mac to go to sleep, you can do so by using the Terminal app. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
First, go to Applications > Utilities to open the Terminal app. Then, enter the following command, but don't hit Return yet: "pmset sleep". After that, add a space, and then type one of the following modifiers: "+" to set a timer, "-" to cancel a timer, or "=" to check the current settings.
Next, add another space, and then type "+" followed by the number of minutes you want to set the timer for. For example, if you want to put your Mac to sleep after 30 minutes, you would type "+30".
Finally, hit Return to start the timer. Your Mac will now go to sleep automatically after the specified amount of time. Note that you will need to enter an administrator's password to confirm the command.
By default, a Mac goes to sleep after two minutes of inactivity. However, you can set different periods of time ranging from one minute to three hours of inactivity.
Additionally, if you have a MacBook with an IR port, you can also use the Apple Remote to put your MacBook to sleep after a specified period. Press and hold the Play/Pause button for five seconds to activate sleep mode, and press any button on the remote to wake it up.
Keep in mind that the sleep/wake and energy-saving settings on Mac can vary between different versions of macOS. Earlier versions may have separate sliders for display sleep time and computer sleep time.
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Frequently asked questions
Click on the Apple logo in the upper-left corner of your screen, then select System Preferences, followed by Battery. From here, you can adjust the “Turn display off after” slider as needed, choosing a duration between one minute and three hours, or selecting “Never”.
Click on the Apple logo in the upper-left corner of your screen, then select System Preferences, followed by Battery. Click on Schedule and select the day of the week and the exact time you would like your Mac to go to sleep.
Go to System Preferences > Energy Saver. Tick the box next to "Prevent computer from sleeping automatically when the display is off" and drag the “Turn display off after” slider to "Never".
