On Windows 11, power modes ("power plans" or "power schemes") are collections of settings to manage a device's power usage. The system, by default, uses the "balanced" mode, which optimizes power for performance and battery life. However, you can always change the settings to "best power efficiency" to prolong the battery life as much as possible or "best performance" to get the most out of the device while increasing power usage.
In this how-to guide, I'll explain the steps to change the power mode on your laptop or desktop computer to improve performance or battery life.
