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The video guides viewers on how to resolve issues with automatic screen brightness adjustments on both desktop computers and laptops. Key solutions include disabling "HDCR" in monitor settings for desktops and turning off "Enable adaptive brightness" in advanced power options for both device types. For laptops, additional steps involve adjusting brightness and color settings directly and unchecking the automatic brightness adjustment option. Advanced configurations can be managed via the Group Policy Editor in Windows 10 Pro and above, where settings related to screen brightness under different conditions can be finely tuned. The video also covers setting brightness levels for different power states (battery and plugged-in) and emphasizes the importance of updating group policies to apply these settings effectively. Various power plans, such as Power Saver, Balanced, and High Performance, are discussed in relation to their impact on battery life. The presenter concludes by appreciating the viewers and members for their support.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how to fix an issue where screen brightness changes automatically. The solutions provided are for both desktop computers and laptops:
1. **For Desktop Computers**:
– Check monitor settings and turn off the “HDCR” (High Dynamic Contrast Range), which can cause the screen to dim or brighten automatically.
2. **For Both Desktops and Laptops**:
– **Power Settings**: Access advanced power options via the search bar, and turn off “Enable adaptive brightness” to prevent screen brightness from changing based on power settings or battery life.
– **Brightness Settings**: For laptops, right-click on the desktop to access brightness and color settings, and use the slider to adjust brightness. Also, uncheck the box for “Change brightness automatically when lighting changes” to stop automatic adjustments.
3. **Using Group Policy Editor (for Windows 10 Pro and above)**:
– Navigate to “Computer Configuration” -> “Administrative Templates” -> “System” -> “Power Management” -> “Video and Display Settings” to adjust settings related to screen brightness under various conditions like battery use or being plugged in.
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In this part of the video, the narrator explains how to adjust display brightness settings for both battery and plugged-in modes on a computer. Users can set their preferred brightness level from 0 to 100% to help with battery life. Once the settings are configured, they need to be applied and updated through group policy, which can be done with a command in the command prompt (gp update /force) without requiring a reboot. Additionally, users are shown how to access various power plans like Power Saver, Balanced, and High Performance, each affecting battery life differently. The segment concludes with the narrator thanking the viewers and members for their support.