How to Disable Animation in Windows 11

If you've noticed Windows 11 running slower than you'd like or simply prefer a more responsive interface, turning off animations might help. While animations make the interface more visually appealing, they can also slow down performance, especially on older or less powerful devices. In this guide, we'll walk through how to disable animations in Windows 11.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Disable Animations in Windows 11

1. Open Settings

First, open the Settings menu. You can do this by pressing Win + I or selecting the "Settings" icon from the Start menu.

2. Go to the "Accessibility" Section

In the left sidebar, select “Accessibility”. This section in Windows 11 contains settings to improve system performance and usability.

3. Select the "Visual Effects" Tab

Under Accessibility, find and open the "Visual Effects" tab. Here, you can adjust the visual elements of the operating system.

4. Turn Off Animation

In the Visual Effects section, locate the "Animation Effects" option and toggle it to "Off". This will immediately disable most interface animations, like smooth transitions when opening and closing windows.

5. Optional Additional Settings

To further improve performance, you can also turn off “Transparency Effects”, which is in the same section. This effect adds semi-transparent elements to the interface, which can also affect system performance.

Alternative Method: Using the Control Panel

If you prefer using the classic Control Panel interface, you can also disable animations there:

• Open Control Panel (type “Control Panel” in the search bar and select the result).
• Navigate to “System and Security” > “System”.
• Select “Advanced system settings” on the left.
• In the "System Properties" window, click the “Settings” button under “Performance.”
• In the new window, choose “Adjust for best performance” to automatically turn off all visual effects, or customize the settings as desired.