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The only thing worse than having jet lag when travelling outside your time zone is not having the accurate time on your device(s).
Perhaps your system still reflects your previous time zone. This may cause you to miss some appointments or to oversleep.
If you’ve just updated to Windows 11, and you’re wondering how to change the time zone to reflect your current location, this article is for you.
Today, we’ll explain how to set the time zone automatically on Windows 11. We’ll also discuss the manual process and some common issues users face when adjusting their time zone settings on Windows 11.
Windows 11 is the latest Microsoft Windows operating system, launched in 2021. It is free on all Windows 10 devices compatible with its requirements.
Since its release, users have widely embraced Windows 11. It is currently the second most used Windows, with 29.71% use worldwide. People have praised its improved visuals, security, and Windows management.
Some users, however, criticised eliminating certain features and the increased system requirements.
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Windows 11 introduced several significant features and updates that enhance functionality and aesthetics. Some of them are below:
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Once you have updated Windows on your device, adapting to its new features might take a while. A common challenge Windows 11 users face is changing their time zone.
This section will answer that question. We’ll discover how you set time zone automatically on Windows 11 and how to set it manually.
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Follow the simple steps below to change the time zone on your Windows 11:
The automatic time zone switch on Windows 11 is disabled by default. To enjoy this feature, you’ll need to enable it in your Windows setting. Here’s how you set the time zone automatically on Windows 11:
Having your time zone switched automatically is useful if you are a frequent traveller. It prevents you from working in the wrong time zone and also reduces the stress of manually adjusting your time.
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While Windows 11 has numerous advantages, it may also come with some challenges. One of the most common challenges users face with Windows 11 is changing their time zone.
Some users find that they cannot change their time zones manually or automatically.
When they open their settings to change their time zone, they discover that the Windows 11 time zone is greyed out. There are some potential causes for this, including:
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Yes, you can change the Windows 11 time zone.
Follow the simple steps below to change the time zone on your Windows 11:
Open Settings on the Start menu
Click “Time & language” on the left
Click “Date & time.”
Select your current time zone from the dropdown menu.
How you set the time zone automatically on Windows 11 is slightly different. When you follow the steps above and click “Date and Time,” you will see “Set time zone automatically.” Click the toggle to switch it to On.
Follow the steps below to change the time type on Windows 11:
Click “Start”
Click “Control Panel”
Select Region in the Control Panel
Select your preferred format from the drop-down.
So there you have it. You now know how to set the time zone automatically on Windows 11 and how to set it manually as well.
You also know what steps to take if your Windows 11 time zone is greyed out.
Remember you can always contact Microsoft for support at https://support.microsoft.com/en-us.
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