Apr 19, 2023
BY: NewsPointPlacing your laptop on a soft surface like a bed or cushion can obstruct air flow and cause overheating. Always place it on a flat surface like a desk or table.
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A cooling pad is a device that sits underneath your laptop and helps to dissipate heat. It usually has fans that spin to keep the laptop cool.
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The brightness of your laptop display can also cause it to overheat. Lowering the brightness can reduce the amount of power used by the laptop and reduce heat.
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Most laptops have a power-saving mode that can help reduce heat by limiting the amount of power used by the CPU and GPU.
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Running high-performance apps like video editing software or games can put a lot of stress on the laptop and cause overheating. Avoid using such apps for extended periods of time.
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Dust and debris can accumulate inside your laptop and obstruct air flow, causing it to overheat. Regularly clean your laptop using a soft brush or compressed air.
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Some programs start automatically when your laptop boots up, causing it to use more resources and generate more heat. Disable unnecessary startup programs to reduce the load on your laptop.
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Some browsers like Chrome are known to use a lot of CPU resources and cause overheating. Switching to a more power-efficient browser like Firefox can help.
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Direct sunlight can cause your laptop to overheat quickly. Avoid using it in direct sunlight or use a shade to protect it from the sun.
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You can use the task manager to monitor which apps and programs are using the most CPU resources. Closing unnecessary apps and programs can reduce heat generation.
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