[Bug] Embedded Mirroring Prevents the Computer from Sleeping
Author: NaruyokoCreated Sep 6, 2026Updated Sep 6, 2026
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Describe the bug
The Windows 11 computer does not go into sleep when idle while the embedded mirroring is used.
Steps to reproduce
- Start embedded mirroring.
- Leave the computer idle.
Expected behavior
The computer enters sleep/turns the screen off after the time set in the Windows settings.
Actual behavior
The computer never goes to sleep. powercfg /requests lists Escrcpy.exe with "Video Wake Lock".
Source: viarotel-org/escrcpy