A weak laptop battery can be a constant issue at home and in the workplace. The unit has a finite number of charge cycles and can be sensitive to improper usage. Being mindful of everyday habits has a significant impact on its lifespan and the likelihood that you’ll need a battery replacement. The following tips will ensure you make the most of your device’s power source.

How to Protect Your Laptop’s Battery

1. Use Battery-Saving Tools

The average laptop can withstand 500 charge cycles before it needs a battery replacement. A full period consists of draining the battery to 0% and recharging it to 100%. You can prevent hitting 0% by using the device’s battery-saving software. Most programs will show the percentage of battery left and estimated time before it’s fully drained.

You can activate battery-saving or low-power settings. These options lower screen brightness, reduce background activity, and stop unnecessary operations so that the battery doesn’t fully reach 0%.

2. Be Mindful of Extreme Heat

Lithium-ion batteries are sensitive to heat and will become less efficient and eventually fail in the wrong conditions. Avoid working in direct sunlight, and keep your laptop indoors on hot days.

Never leave it in a hot car, near a window, or by open flames. Make sure the bottom vents aren’t blocked either. The device’s fan needs a clear opening to expel heat and prevent damage to the internal components.

3. Unplug It

Laptops can lose charge cycles if you keep them plugged in all the time. Instead, refill the device to 100% and unplug the charger.

You also don’t have to charge it to 100% before unplugging. Check if the device has a smart charger function and activate it. This setting monitors when to deactivate the charger even if it’s still plugged in.

If you’re dealing with battery issues, the team at Experimax Burlington will help. The business offers a wide variety of repair services to residents of Burlington, MA, including computer parts and repairs, battery replacements, and screen installations. They also carry a large selection of new and used computers that you can browse on their website. Call (781) 328-0033 to speak with a technician, or connect on Facebook to receive deals and computer care tips.