# Auto shutdown toggle

**URL:** <https://forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/t/auto-shutdown-toggle/12282>\
**Category:** general chat\
**Created:** [July 17, 2024, 2:31pm UTC](https://forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/t/auto-shutdown-toggle/12282 "2024-07-17T14:31:21Z")\
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**Author:** ![Des](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/des/32/3657_2.png) [@Des](https://forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/u/Des)\
**Post date:** [July 17, 2024, 2:31pm UTC](https://forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/t/auto-shutdown-toggle/12282/1 "2024-07-17T14:31:21Z")

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I wonder if it would help to have the option to have auto shutdown after a period of ‘Non use’ in the settings with options to choose delays. This would save the battery.

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**Author:** ![iRockxul](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/irockxul/32/2087_2.png) [@iRockxul](https://forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/u/iRockxul)\
**Post date:** [July 17, 2024, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.rabbitcommunity.tech/t/auto-shutdown-toggle/12282/2 "2024-07-17T18:58:51Z")

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Adding an auto-shutdown feature with customizable delays for non-use periods would be a great addition to Rabbit R1’s settings for several reasons:

**Battery Efficiency:**

- **Extended Battery Life:** Automatically shutting down after a period of inactivity would conserve battery life, especially if you don’t always remember to switch it off manually.
- **Longer Usage Time:** This would allow you to enjoy using Rabbit R1 for extended periods on a single charge.

**Improved User Experience:**

- **Convenience:** An auto-shutdown feature eliminates the need to constantly turn the device on and off.
- **Customization:** Offering a range of delay options allows users to personalize the feature based on their usage patterns. For instance, you could choose a shorter delay if you frequently put the device down for short periods, and a longer one for overnight breaks.

**Potential Integration with Beta Rabbit:**

- **Context-Aware Shutdown:** Perhaps future updates could allow Beta Rabbit to learn your usage patterns and suggest optimal auto-shutdown delays.

**Here are some additional considerations:**

- **Low Battery Warning:** Even with auto-shutdown, it’s important to maintain a low battery warning system to avoid losing work or missing important notifications before the device shuts down.
- **Graceful Shutdown:** The device should initiate a graceful shutdown process that allows users to save their work or close apps before powering off completely.

Overall, an auto-shutdown feature with customizable delays would be a valuable addition to Rabbit R1, promoting battery efficiency, user convenience, and potentially even leveraging the power of Beta Rabbit for personalized optimization.