How to Restore Sleep Mode in the Start Menu on Windows 10 and Windows 11

Sleep Mode is a handy feature in Windows that allows you to quickly pause your computer, save energy, and keep your apps open where you left them. However, sometimes the "Sleep" option may disappear from the Start menu or power settings. Here’s how you can bring this feature back on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Why Might Sleep Mode Disappear?

Several factors could cause the Sleep Mode option to go missing:

  • Power settings may have changed, possibly due to system or driver updates.
  • Incorrect BIOS or UEFI configuration.
  • The Sleep Mode function may have been disabled at the system level.

How to Restore Sleep Mode in the Start Menu

1. Check Power Settings

First, ensure that the Sleep option is enabled in your power settings:

  1. Open the Control Panel and go to Power Options.
  2. Select Change plan settings next to your chosen power plan.
  3. Then click on Change advanced power settings.
  4. Locate the Sleep section and make sure the Allow sleep mode option is enabled.

2. Use Command Prompt

If the first method doesn’t help, try using the Command Prompt:

  1. Open Command Prompt as an administrator. To do this, type "cmd" in the search bar, right-click on it, and select Run as administrator.
  2. Enter the following command and press Enter:
powercfg /hibernate on

This command enables hibernation and may restore the Sleep Mode option in the Start menu.

3. Check BIOS or UEFI Settings

Sometimes, the Sleep Mode option is hidden due to BIOS or UEFI settings. To check this:

  1. Restart your computer and enter BIOS/UEFI, usually by pressing the Del or F2 key during startup.
  2. Look for settings related to Power Management or Sleep Mode. Ensure that sleep and hibernation options are enabled.
  3. Save changes and restart your computer.

4. Check Registry Settings

Another option is to check the Windows Registry. Be cautious, as incorrect changes could affect system performance:

  1. Open the Registry Editor by typing regedit in the search bar.
  2. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Power.
  3. Find the HibernateEnabled parameter. If its value is set to 0, change it to 1.
  4. Restart your computer to apply the changes.