How do I set the timer to turn off the computer?

Each user is guided how to turn off the personal computer. But sometimes there are situations when it is necessary to make a trip not immediately, but after a certain time interval. And in this case, not many know how to implement this procedure. In this article, we'll look at how to set the timer to turn off the computer.

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How do I set the computer's shutdown timer with Windows tools?

This option for setting the timer for shutting down the computer is suitable for all the latest versions of Windows 7, Windows 8.1( 8) and Windows 10. For this procedure, the computer device is equipped with a special shutdown program, which is able to turn off the computer after a certain time. To use this program, you need to perform the following actions:

• Simultaneously press the Win + R keys on the computer keyboard, where Win is the key with the Windows logo.
• Go to the Run tab and run the shutdown -s -t N command( where N is the time required before the automatic shutdown, which is expressed in seconds), and click the Enter key.

Important! If you force out of all programs and there is no possible saving of dialog problems, add the -f option to the command.

• Immediately after the command is executed, a notification appears on the screen informing you that the work session will be completed after a certain time period.

Important! In the operating system Windows 10, this information will be displayed on the whole screen, and in Windows 8 and 7 this message will be in the notification area.

When the pre-set time passes, all functioning programs will be closed and the computer or laptop will be turned off. At the same time, all the work done is saved, as when the computer is turned off manually.

Important! If you have changed plans, you made another decision as a result of which you want to cancel the timer, you need to use the same method and enter the shutdown -a command. This procedure will reset the timer and no scheduled shutdown will occur.

For some users, the constant procedure for setting the off timer does not seem very convenient. Consider two options for improving this method.

Method # 1

The first method is to create a shortcut for turning off the computer in a temporary mode. How to set the timer to shutdown the computer:

1. Right-click anywhere on the desktop.
2. Select "Create" - "shortcut".
3. In the "Specify the location of the object" field, specify the path C: \ Windows \ System32 \ shutdown.exe, and add the required parameters.
4. In the next window, specify the appropriate label name.
5. After that, you can right-click on the ready label, select "Properties" - "Change icon" and thus determine the shutdown button, which looks like an icon or any other flag.

Method # 2

The second method is to create a. bat file. Running this file on the screen a query appears, asking about the time of setting the timer. After that, the activation procedure takes place.

Consider the file code:

echo off

cls

set / p timer_off = "

shutdown -s -t% timer_off%

This code can be copied from the site or entered manually in the text editor" Notepad ".Then save it and during this procedure in the "File type" field select "All files" and specify the. bat extension.

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Shutting off at a specified time via the Windows Task Scheduler

You can also implement the timer installation procedure using the Windows Task Scheduler. How to set the timer to turn off the computer through a special task scheduler:

1. To start the Windows Task Scheduler, you must simultaneously press the Win + R keys and enter the taskschd.msc command, then press Enter.
2. In the task scheduler on the right side, select the "Create a simple task" section, specify any convenient version of the name for it.
3. The next step is to specify the start time for the task. You can set the off timer by using the "Once" tab.
4. After that it is necessary to determine the start date and time, select the "Action" - "Run the program" section and specify the "Program or script" field in the box "shutdown", and in the "Arguments" - -s section.
5. After the completed task is completed, the computer will automatically turn off at a predetermined time.

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Special timer programs for shutting down the computer

There is a huge number of free programs for the Windows operating system that are able to implement the timer functions for turning off the computer device.

Important! Many such software developments do not have an official website. And wherever it exists, a running anti-virus scan detects certain types of malware. In order not to make a mistake in choosing the installed program, it is necessary to perform a check on VirusTotal.com when downloading. Only a proven and harmless program can function qualitatively.

Wise Auto Shutdown

Experts note a good version of the free program Wise Auto Shutdown to set the timer to turn off the computer. It is worth noting that this application is clean from the suggestions of installing not always the necessary additional software.

Consider how to set the shutdown timer for a computer or laptop in the Wise Auto Shutdown program:

• First you need to select a command that will be executed according to the set timer. This can be: "Shutdown," "Restart," "Sleep," and "Log off the operating system."

Important! True, there are two more types of actions that are formulated as "Disconnect" and "Waiting."The procedure for shutting down the computer after running the "Disconnect" command is the same as the process of shutting down the Windows session after the "Shutdown" action is launched. Executing a command in the "Pending" mode is hibernation.

• Start the timer. By default, the "Show reminder five minutes before execution" checkbox is triggered. The reminder itself can be delayed for 10-15 minutes or another time interval from the designated action.

Important! Such a program is very convenient and simple development. The main advantage of the timer program for shutdown is the absence of harmful components according to VirusTotal. For this type of program is a rarity. In addition, the developer has a very good reputation. This software product Wise Auto Shutdown can be downloaded free of charge from the official site.

Airytec Switch Off

In the rating of software products timers to automatically turn off the computer program Airytec Switch Off takes the first place. It is the only timer program for which there is a well-known and functioning official website. In addition, VirusTotal and SmartScreen are recognized as clean - both the working site and the file of the software product itself.

Important! The advantage of the Airytec Switch Off timer is also the availability of the download as a portable application, so nothing will be installed on your computer.

After launching, a special icon of the software product Switch Off is added to the Windows notification area. If the computer is equipped with the operating system Windows 8 and 10, then it is able to support text notifications of the program. When you click on this icon, you can set the "Task" and set the timer with the necessary parameters to automatically turn off the computer device:

• one time off at a predetermined time;
• display a countdown before shutting down the computer;
• shutdown in case of user inactivity.

Important! In addition to shutdown, there is also the possibility of using other actions in software development, which consist in rebooting, exiting the operating system, disconnecting all network connections. You can also add a warning mark indicating that the computer device is about to shut down soon. This warning allows you to save data or, if necessary, cancel the job.

If you right-click on the product icon, you can manually start any of the commands or go to the settings of the "Options" or "Properties".This procedure can be useful if, at the initial start-up, the Switch Off interface supports the English version. In addition, this program can support remote shutdown of the computer.

Important! For a free download of the Switch Off timer, you must go to the official page.

Shutdown timer

Software development called "Off timer" is characterized by a good performance and stylish design. In addition, it has automatic startup settings and the ability to activate the timer at the time of launch.

Important! The disadvantage of this program is that when you install the shutdown timer, the computer application tries to install additional software on its own, which you can refuse. In addition, this program forcibly closes all programs - it's not entirely convenient, because working on some topic at the time you turn off you will not have time to save the information.

PowerOff

How do I set a timer on my laptop or computer? The PowerOff program is a kind of "combine", which has numerous functions not only of the timer. The application works excellently, does not require an installation procedure, but includes an archive of executable software development files.

The program has a wide range of functional capabilities:

• the ability to automatically turn off the timer, time or schedule;
• having the possibility of choosing an action after a perfect event;
• by the presence of built-in diary and task scheduler;
• with the ability to control the application using hot keys;
• the ability to automatically run the program along with the operating system;
• by the presence of WinAmp control by using hot keys;
• by the presence of dependent timers for WinAmp, Internet and CPU;

Important! The initial process for downloading the application does not require an additional configuration procedure, so you can immediately start the normal timer. In the window that opens, in the "Timers" item, you can display the action after which the computer will shutdown. For example, you can set that the shutdown process occurs after the timer ends. It is also possible to set the exact time when the computer turns off.

In addition to the basic range of functions, the software product PowerOff also has other options for auto-shutdown:

• WinAmp. If you are a lover falling asleep to your favorite music, and you play the tracks using a WinAmp player, then using the PowerOff utility, you can specify a certain number of tracks. They will be lost and the computer or laptop will shut down when it's done.
• Internet. Timer PowerOff - ends its operation after the end of all downloads. To enable this function, you must specify the speed of incoming traffic. After when the speed falls below the specified threshold, the automatic shutdown occurs.
• CPU timer. This timer is mainly used to disconnect the computer device after the resource-intensive task is completed. To enable the timer, you must specify the time that fixes the CPU load. At the moment when the incoming speed time falls below the specified threshold, the computer turns off.

In addition to shutting down the computer, the PowerOff application can perform the following actions:

• reboots the computer device;
• ability to go into sleep mode;
• presence of system lock;
• end user session;
• there is the possibility of remote shutdown of another computer;
• ability to send commands over the network.

Important! In the settings of this application, you need to make the mark "Minimize the program in the system panel when closing".Otherwise, when the program is closed, it ceases to function and does not notify the process in any way. That's why for reinsurance it is better to turn off, and not completely close.

Auto PowerOFF

Timer program Auto PowerOFF is also a good timer option for shutting down a computer or laptop with the Windows operating system. How to put the computer on a timer? After the start-up procedure, you must set the timer by time and date.

Important! If you want, you can turn it off weekly. In addition, it is possible to switch off at any time interval. To do this, you must specify a system action. So, to shut down the computer, you need to click the "Shutdown" button and click the "Start" button.

The official site of this application is missing, but all popular torrent trackers represent the author's distribution of this software product. During the scan, the downloaded program files are clean.

SM Timer

The SM Timer program has an official website. It is another simple and free software development that helps both to turn off the computer device and exit the operating system. This process can be performed at the set time or after a certain time interval.

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Additional information

The use of free software products, which are described in the previous section, is not always expedient. So, if you need to turn off the computer at the right time, you can use the shutdown command in the Windows operating system.

Important! These programs are not a universal solution when you limit the time to use a laptop or a computer by someone. Simply closing them causes a lack of functioning. Therefore, you need to use more serious software products.

In this situation, the application that is used to implement parental control functions is best suited. If laptops or computers are equipped with the operating system Windows 8, 8.1 and Windows 10, then there is built-in parental control, which has the functionality to limit the use of the computer in time.

In this article, we looked at all the ways that you can set a timer to turn off the computer. Which of them to give preference - you decide, based on how often you need to delay turning off the laptop.