Start Here
The everyday keep-awake cases: prevent sleep during a specific task, keep the screen on only when it matters, and avoid changing global power settings.
StayGreen
Practical guides for keeping Windows awake at the right time
StayGreen is for long-running work that should not fail because Windows decided the machine was idle: downloads, renders, compiles, calls, media playback, and remote sessions. Start with the guides below, get StayGreen from the product page or read StayGreen vs PowerToys Awake .
Windows · Microsoft Store · Low-overhead keep-awake control
Choose what needs to stay awake
Long Jobs
How to keep Windows awake during the tasks that usually fail quietly when the machine sleeps.
Low-Overhead Setups
For people who want the machine to stay awake for the right reason without another noisy background utility.
Tool Choices
Where StayGreen fits against PowerToys Awake, caffeine-style tools, and manual Windows power settings.