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Instructions for improving PC performance - Windows 10

How to improve PC performance - Windows 10

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How to improve PC performance - Windows 10

Description

This topic contains instructions for improving performance in machines.

Applicable Brands

  • ideapad
  • ThinkPad
  • ideacentre
  • ThinkCentre
  • ThinkStation

Operating Systems

Windows 10

Solution

Use the following steps:

Disable applications and unnecessary processes

Disable applications and unnecessary processes. See how here.

Disable visual effects

Disable visual effects.

  1. Type performance in the search bar on the taskbar.
  2. Select Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows.
    Search text
  3. Select the Visual Effects tab.
  4. Select Adjust for best performance. Select Apply and OK.
    Performance Options

Antivirus

Make sure to only use a single antivirus.

Optimize disk usage

Check air vents

For more information, see What to check if the PC seems warm.

Additional options

Consider removing any programs that are no longer needed.

Make sure drivers are up to date. For more information, see How to navigate and download Lenovo software or drivers from Lenovo Support Site.

Drivers and Software


Document ID:HT507302
Original Publish Date:10/16/2018
Last Modified Date:09/18/2024