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Visual Studio Uses More CPU When Idle Than Expected

- 21.01.26 - ErcanOPAK

You close the solution… CPU still spikes.

Why it happens
Background analyzers and IntelliSense keep running even when no file is open.

Why it matters
Battery drain, fan noise, and misleading “system performance” issues.

Smart fix
Disable unused language services and limit background analysis.

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