How to Disable Annoying Charging Notifications in Windows 11

Let’s face it: there’s nothing quite as annoying as your PC giving you repetitive notifications about things you already know. Among Windows 11’s myriad of automated prompts and messages, the infamous “PC isn’t charging” or “Slow charger” warnings can feel like clingy text messages when you’re already aware of your charging situation. But don’t worry, because today, we’re walking through everything you need to know to banish those unwelcome messages for good!

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Why Do These Warnings Exist?​

Before you toss your laptop out the window in frustration, let’s take a minute to discuss why these warnings even exist. On Windows 11 (and 10), these messages are designed to notify you when your PC’s charging conditions are less-than-optimal.
For instance:

• “PC isn’t charging” warning: Triggered when your device isn’t drawing power, even though it’s plugged in. Maybe the charger is faulty, or your connection isn’t solid.
• “Slow charger” notification: Appear when the charging power is too low (less wattage than required). This happens frequently with low-powered USB-C chargers or failing power adapters.

Now, while the intent behind these messages is noble (thanks, Windows), for many users, they’re redundant. If you’re already shrugging your shoulders because you know your budget charger is slower than your morning coffee brew, these notifications can quickly turn from helpful reminders to digital nagging.
But fret not! If these pop-ups are suffocating your workflow, here’s how to silence them — permanently.

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Three Ways to Disable These Warnings​

1. Tweak USB Settings​

The easiest way to cut off these notifications at the source is through your USB settings.

• Here’s how:
• Open the Start Menu and type USB Settings.
• Navigate to:
• Windows 11: Bluetooth & Devices > USB.
• Windows 10: Look for USB-related settings in the Control Panel.
• Uncheck the option for:
• Windows 11: Show a notification if this PC is charging slowly over USB.
• Windows 10: Notify me if my PC is charging slowly over USB.

Why This Matters:​

By disabling this specific notification, your Windows device will no longer wave a red flag about slow USB charging every time it detects a "weak" power source. This method is beginner-friendly and non-intrusive since you don’t need admin privileges. Plus, it’s reversible, meaning you can turn it back on if you ever change your mind.
Note: This fix targets USB power issues specifically. If the notification persists and originates outside USB settings, move on to the registry fix.

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2. Regedit Powers: Modifying the Windows Registry​

For advanced users who don’t mind poking around in the Windows Registry, this method is perfect for nuking notifications from orbit. Use this option only if you either can’t find the USB settings or you want to directly turn these warnings off under the hood.

• Steps:
• Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
• Type regedit and hit Enter to launch the Registry Editor. (Pro Tip: Back up your registry first!)
• Navigate to the following key:
  

       HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Shell\USB

• Locate or create a key named NotifyOnWeakCharger.
• Right-click on the blank space > Select New DWORD (32-bit) Value > Name it NotifyOnWeakCharger.
• Set the value of NotifyOnWeakCharger to 0 to disable these warnings.
• Alternatively:
  If messing manually with registry keys makes you sweat, use a shortcut:
• Open Notepad and paste the following:
  

       Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
  
       [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Shell\USB]
  
       "NotifyOnWeakCharger"=dword:00000000

• Save it with a .reg extension, double-click the file, and the change will apply automatically.

Need More Control?​

This tweak is a blanket fix. Windows doesn’t let you selectively disable notifications for specific USB ports or devices yet — so this will stop all USB-related charging notifications universally. Keep that in mind before using it.

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3. Turn Off Notifications from Battery Saver​

If neither of the previous methods worked, the notification may actually be coming from Battery Saver settings rather than USB. You may notice this on PCs such as Dell XPS or Vostro laptops, which might default to overriding USB settings with Battery Saver alerts.

• Disabling Notifications via Battery Saver:
• Open Settings > Navigate to System > Notifications.
• Scroll to Notifications from apps and other senders.
• Locate Battery Saver and toggle its notifications to Off.

Downsides to This Approach:​

While this method works like a charm, it completely mutes all notifications coming from Windows Battery Saver. Think of it like salting your food to taste, only to find you’ve destroyed the meal. Keep an eye on your battery yourself after applying this change.

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Will Disabling These Notifications Affect Your System?​

Short answer? No.
These alerts are purely informational. Disabling them won’t alter your system's actual charging performance. Whether the notification is on or off, your laptop will continue to draw power based on the capability of the adapter or USB-C port you’re using. All you’re doing is telling Windows: “Thanks, but I don’t need the heads-up.”

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Should You Disable "Slow Charger" Warnings?​

It depends. Here are a few scenarios:

• YES, Disable: If you’re fully aware of your charger’s limitations (i.e., an older, underpowered charger), these messages are just spam pixelated into notifications.
• NO, Keep Them On: If you frequently plug into different power sources and want to make sure you’re always optimizing your charging conditions, these notifications can save you headaches.

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Final Thoughts: What Works Best for You?​

Windows 11 could use a little more customization in this department. A feature allowing users to disable notifications per device type or specific USB ports would give us more nuanced control. Until that day comes, however, these techniques are your best bets for peace and quiet from nagging charging alerts.
Got a preferred solution? Want to rant about your love-hate relationship with Windows notifications? Drop your thoughts in the forum below – let’s get the conversation going!

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Source: The Windows Club Disable PC isn't charging or Slow charger warnings on Windows 11