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Using the power meter
The power meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. The power meter
allows you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different
power plan.
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To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, tap the
Power Meter icon.
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To access Power Options, or to change the power plan, tap the Power Meter icon, and then
select an item from the list.
Different power meter icons indicate whether the Slate is running on battery or external power. The
icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or
reserve battery level.
To hide or display the power meter icon:
1. Tap and hold the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the left side of the notification area).
2. Tap Customize notification icons.
3. Under Behaviors, select Show icon and notifications for the Power Meter icon.
4. Tap OK.
Using power plans
A power plan is a collection of system settings that manages how the Slate uses power. Power plans
can help you conserve power and maximize Slate performance.
The following power plans are available:
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HP Recommended
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Power saver
You can change the settings of these power plans through Power Options.
Viewing the current power plan
▲ Tap the Power Meter icon in the notification area, and then tap More power options.
– or –
Tap Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options.
Selecting a different power plan
1. Tap the Power Meter icon in the notification area, and then tap More power options.
– or –
Tap Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options.
2. Select a power plan from the list.
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