Windows 10/11 comes with three power plans for you to manage power usage.
This post will show you 3 ways to reset Power Plans to default in detail.
Why cant you change power mode on your setup?
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In this guide, we will examine the causes and find corresponding solutions for you.
The Power Options applet in Control Panel makes it easy for you to restore Power Plan options to default.
Heres how to do it:
Step 1.

Expand the drop-down menu besideView byand selectSmall icons.
Click onPower Options> hitChange plan settingsbeside the plan you want to reset > tap onChange advanced power options.
HitRestore plan defaults> click onYesin the confirmation window > hitOK.

In this case,Command Promptmakes things easier.
To do so:
Step 1. punch in cmd in the search bar to locateCommand Promptand selectRun as administrator.
In the command window, typepowercfg -restoredefaultschemesand hitEnterto reset all power plans to their default tweaks.

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Navigate to the following location:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Power
Step 4.
In the right-pane, right-select any empty space and choose >New>DWORD (32-bit) Value.
Right-tap on this menu > rename it asPlatformAoAcOverride> double-tap on it > changeValue datato0> hitOK.
Final Words
This post introduces how to restore power plan tweaks in 3 ways.
When you’re gonna wanna troubleshoot power related issues, the above methods deserve a try.
Have a nice day!