Changing PowerSense Modes Manually

PowerSense modes trigger whenever you launch a trigger app such as a video editing program or gaming client. Occasionally you may wish to manually switch PowerSense modes without relying on a specific program to trigger the desired mode.

To manually switch PowerSense modes right from your desktop:

    1. Click the PowerSense system tray icon. If you do not see the icon, learn how to enable it by clicking here.

    1. A checkmark indicates PowerSense is properly enabled.

    1. Run your cursor over the current built-in mode to see the full list of available modes

    1. Select one of seven different built-in modes. The system tray icon will change color accordingly.


To manually switch PowerSense modes from within System Mechanic:

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    1. Click LiveBoost and choose Configuration.

    1. Be sure PowerSense is set to Enabled.

    1. Click the down arrow in the PowerSense dropdown menu.

    1. Select one of seven different built-in modes. If enabled, the system tray icon will change color accordingly.