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Device sensitivity in Windows often refers to how input devices like joysticks affect system power states. Users report that high-resolution analog-to-digital converters in joysticks can cause constant jitter, sending data even when untouched. This prevents Windows from entering sleep or power-saving modes, as the system treats joystick input similarly to mouse or keyboard activity, resetting the sleep timer. Troubleshooting such issues involves identifying device sensitivity settings or adjusting power management configurations to allow proper sleep behavior.
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    Windows 10 Joysticks stopping system from entering power save

    I have spent months trying to diagnose why a couple of my systems will not enter any power save states. Late last year i narrowed it down to the fact that i have several game controllers plugged in. When googling 'Windows 10 joystick sleep' i suddenly became aware i was not alone. It seems now...
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    • analog input device sensitivity game controllers hardware issues input devices joystick polls power saving power settings saitek sleep mode sleep timer system performance thrustmaster troubleshooting user experience windows 10 windows behavior
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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