How to Check Battery Capacity on Windows 10 Using PowerShell

Learn how to check your laptop's battery capacity on Windows 10 with a simple PowerShell command and generate a detailed battery report.

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To check the battery capacity on Windows 10, press `Windows + X` and click on Windows PowerShell (Admin). Type `powercfg /batteryreport /output "C:\battery_report.html"` and press Enter. This command generates a detailed battery report and saves it as an HTML file on your C: drive. Open the file to view your battery's original and current capacities, among other details.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I generate a battery report on Windows 10? Open Windows PowerShell as an administrator and run the command: powercfg /batteryreport /output "C:\battery_report.html". This creates a detailed battery report saved on your C: drive.
  2. Where can I find the battery report file after generating it? The battery report is saved as 'battery_report.html' in the C: drive. You can open this file with any web browser to view detailed battery information.
  3. What information does the Windows 10 battery report include? The battery report shows original and current battery capacities, usage history, battery life estimates, and details about battery wear and health.
  4. Can I check battery health without using third-party software on Windows 10? Yes, Windows 10 provides a built-in way to check battery health using the PowerShell command to generate a battery report without any third-party tools.