How to Show the Battery Percentage in Windows 10

You likely prefer to know when your computer’s battery is getting lower in advance rather than wait until it turns off. It may seem that such an essential thing has to be displayed in a visible area – and by default, it is. If the power level icon has disappeared from your taskbar and you are wondering how to get it back, we’re here to help.

In this guide, we’ll explain how to show your battery percentage in Windows 10. Additionally, we’ll answer some of the most common questions related to the missing power level icon issue.

How to Show the Battery Percentage in Windows 10

The battery percentage bar should be displayed in the lower left-hand corner of your Windows 10 taskbar. If it isn’t there, fix it by following the steps below:

1. Navigate to the Start menu, then to Settings.
   
   
   
2. Now, select Personalization and click Taskbar.
   
   
   
3. Scroll down until you reach the notification settings, and click on the Select which icons appear on the taskbar option.
   
   
   
4. Shift the toggle button next to Power to the On position. The icon should appear instantly.
   
   
   
5. If the icon still isn’t visible, click the arrow icon on your Taskbar to show hidden icons, and click on the Battery icon.
   
   
   
6. If the Show hidden icons option didn’t help, type in Task Manager in the search box in the Start menu and open it.
   
   
   
7. Find the Processes tab
   
   
   
8. Right-click Explorer, then select Restart.
   
   
   

Note, this method works for all version of Windows 10 i.e. Home, Pro, and Enterprise.

How to Show the Battery Percentage on a Windows 10 Laptop

If you’re using a laptop, follow the instructions below to show the battery percentage on the taskbar:

1. Navigate to the Start menu, then to Settings.
   
   
   
2. Select Personalization, then Taskbar.
   
   
   
3. Scroll down until you reach the notification settings, and find the Select which icons appear on the taskbar option.
   
   
   
4. Shift the toggle button next to Power to the On position. If the Power toggle isn’t visible, follow the next steps.
   
   
   
5. In the search box in the Start menu, type in Device Manager and launch it.
   
   
   
6. Under Batteries, find the name of your laptop’s battery and right-click on it.
   
   
   
7. Click Disable device, then confirm. After a couple of seconds, right-click on your battery name again and select Enable.
   
   
   
8. Restart your laptop.
   
   
   

How to Show the Battery Percentage in Lenovo Laptop on Windows 10

Depending on the exact model of your Lenovo laptop, the instructions for enabling the battery icon on the taskbar may vary. For new Lenovo laptops, follow the guide below:

1. Right-click on any area of the Taskbar and select Taskbar settings from the drop-down menu.
   
   
   
2. Scroll down until you reach the Notification Area and click on Select which icon appears in the taskbar.
   
   
   
3. Then, shift the toggle button next to Power to the On position.
   
   
   
4. Select Turn system icons on or off and turn on the battery icon display.
   
   
   
5. Restart your laptop.
   
   
   

How to Set Battery Percentage Notifications in Windows 10

If your computer doesn’t warn you when the battery is low, follow the steps below to fix it:

1. Navigate to the Start menu, type “Control Panel” in to the Search bar, then open it. Optionally, use the Win + X keyboard shortcut.
   
   
   
2. Now, navigate to Hardware and Sound, then to Power Options.
   
   
   
3. You will see a list of your device’s power plans. Next to the current power plan, click Change plan settings.
   
   
   
4. Select Change Advanced Power Settings and follow the link.
   
   
   
5. Scroll down until you reach the Battery section.
   
   
   
6. Click the plus icon next to Battery.
   
   
   
7. Set the notifications to your preference, then confirm by clicking OK and restart your device.
   
   

How to Show Bluetooth Battery Percentage on Windows 10

If you’d like to check the battery level of Bluetooth devices connected to your computer, follow the instructions below:

1. Navigate to the Start menu, then to Settings.
   
   
   
2. Click Devices, then Bluetooth & other devices.
   
   
   
3. You will see a list of connected devices. To the right from a device name, you will see its battery level.
   
   
   

Frequently Asked Questions

Read this section to find out more about battery level indicator in Windows 10.

Why Is the Battery Icon Not Showing Windows 10?

The battery icon not showing may be extremely annoying, since you need it to find out your battery level. If it’s not showing, you’ll have to navigate to Settings each time you want to check it, which is unnecessary and time-consuming. Thankfully, you can easily get the icon back by following the steps below:

1. Navigate to the Start menu, then to Settings.

2. Select Personalization.

3. Click Taskbar. Scroll down until you reach the notification settings, and find the Select which icons appear in the taskbar option.

4. Shift the toggle button next to Power to the On position, the icon should appear instantly.

Never Miss Low Battery Level

Hopefully, with the help of our guide, you managed to get the power icon on your computer back to the taskbar. Never miss the critical battery level again – remember that you can manage the battery notification settings to your liking from the Control Panel. If you’re using a laptop, we advise updating your device drivers, including the battery driver, regularly to avoid any issues arising.

Do you know a more convenient way to find out the battery percentage of Bluetooth devices connected to your computer? Share your life hacks in the comments section below.