Laptop Tips: Is it okay or bad to keep your laptop constantly charging? People are confused...

Many laptop users often wonder if it's harmful to keep their laptops constantly charging. A recent online post brought this question back into the spotlight. The post showed a laptop charging, with the caption, "Keeping your laptop plugged in constantly does less harm to the battery than repeatedly discharging and recharging it. I always thought the opposite was true."

This caption contradicts many people's thinking. For a long time, people believed that constant charging could damage the battery.

What option is offered in new laptops to extend battery life?

A. The option to run only from the adapter
B. The option to set a charge limit
C. The option to discharge constantly
D. The option to replace the battery frequently

Users revealed the real truth.
Users shared their experiences on Reddit. One user wrote, "These days, most laptops, including MacBooks, draw power directly from the adapter after the battery is fully charged. If you always use it on AC power, it's almost like a desktop.

Many people have reported that constantly discharging and charging the battery reduces its capacity. While keeping it constantly charged reduces battery cycles, and gradually reduces battery life.

Some users suggested that newer laptops often have an option to set an 80% charge limit. This prevents the battery from being fully charged to 100% and prolongs battery life.

Many laptop manufacturers now offer features that detect if the laptop is mostly used at a desk and adjust charging patterns accordingly. One user wrote, "My MacBook (2007) battery failed in 2010, but I used it plugged in for a week without any problems."

Today's Laptops Are Advanced
Today's laptop battery management systems are quite advanced. Therefore, keeping the laptop constantly on charge is not considered as harmful as in the past. To extend battery life, use the battery charge limit and discharge only when necessary.

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