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Shutdown Timer

Generate scripts for scheduled computer shutdown

Key Facts

Category
Utilities
Input Types
select, number, checkbox, text
Output Type
file
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Shutdown Timer is a utility tool that generates custom scripts to automate power management tasks, including shutdown, restart, sleep, and hibernation, for Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.

When to Use

  • •When you need to leave your computer running for a specific task and want it to power off automatically afterward.
  • •When you want to schedule a system restart or sleep mode to save energy during idle hours.
  • •When you need to ensure a system logs off or shuts down at a precise time without manual intervention.

How It Works

  • •Select your operating system and the desired power action from the available options.
  • •Set the delay time and choose the appropriate unit (seconds, minutes, or hours).
  • •Optionally customize the warning message to display before the action executes.
  • •Generate the script and run it on your machine to initiate the scheduled task.

Use Cases

Automating overnight system shutdowns after long file downloads or rendering tasks.
Scheduling a system restart during off-hours to clear memory and improve performance.
Setting a sleep timer for your computer while listening to music or podcasts before bed.

Examples

1. Overnight Download Shutdown

Student
Background
Large files are downloading and will take approximately 3 hours to complete.
Problem
The user wants to go to sleep but doesn't want the computer running until morning.
How to Use
Set the action to 'Shutdown', delay to 3, and unit to 'hours'.
Example Config
osType: windows, action: shutdown, delayTime: 3, delayUnit: hours
Outcome
The computer will automatically shut down after 3 hours, saving electricity.

2. Scheduled Workday End

Office Worker
Background
The user finishes work at 6:00 PM and wants to ensure the computer logs off automatically.
Problem
Manual logoff is often forgotten, leaving the workstation active.
How to Use
Set the action to 'Logoff', delay to 60, and unit to 'minutes' at the end of the day.
Example Config
osType: windows, action: logoff, delayTime: 60, delayUnit: minutes, showMessage: true
Outcome
The system displays a reminder and logs the user off after one hour.

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FAQ

Can I cancel a scheduled shutdown once it has started?

Yes, you can typically cancel a pending shutdown command via your system's command line interface (e.g., 'shutdown -a' on Windows).

Does this tool work on all operating systems?

The tool supports Windows, macOS, and Linux by generating the appropriate command-line script for each environment.

What happens if I have unsaved work open?

Unless you enable the force close option, the system may prompt you to save your work before shutting down, depending on your OS settings.

Is the warning message mandatory?

No, you can toggle the warning message off if you prefer the system to execute the action silently.

What is the maximum delay time I can set?

You can set a delay of up to 10,080 minutes (one week).

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/shutdown-timer

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
osType select Yes -
action select Yes -
delayTime number Yes -
delayUnit select Yes -
showMessage checkbox No -
customMessage text No -
enableForce checkbox No -

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}
File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-shutdown-timer": {
      "name": "shutdown-timer",
      "description": "Generate scripts for scheduled computer shutdown",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=shutdown-timer",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

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