SmartSleep

Shutdown.py is an automated PC shutdown program that monitors user activity and initiates a system shutdown when no movement or keyboard activity is detected for a specified period of time. It helps ensure energy efficiency and provides an additional layer of security for your PC.

Features

• Monitors mouse movement and keyboard activity.
• Starts a countdown and displays a warning before initiating the shutdown.
• Allows cancellation of the countdown if activity is detected.
• Retries the shutdown process in case of errors.
• Logs error messages for troubleshooting.

Use Cases

• Energy Efficiency: Automatically shut down your PC after a period of inactivity to conserve power and reduce electricity consumption.
• Security: Protect your system from unauthorized access by initiating a shutdown when idle.
• Productivity: Encourage regular breaks by setting a time limit for inactivity and prompting users to resume their work.

How to Run

1. Make sure you have Python installed on your system.
2. Install the required dependencies by running the following command: pip install pyautogui keyboard
3. Download the shutdown.py file from this repository.
4. Open a terminal or command prompt and navigate to the directory where the shutdown.py file is located.
5. Run the program using the following command: python shutdown.py

Run on Startup (Windows)

To run the shutdown.py program automatically on startup, follow these steps:

1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type shell:startup and press Enter. This will open the Startup folder.
3. Copy the shutdown.py file and paste it into the Startup folder.
4. The program will now run every time you start your computer.

Note: The instructions for running on startup may vary for different operating systems.