Thread: Get rid of Kindle Paperwhite's backlight
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Old 01-03-2013, 02:40 PM   #74
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Originally Posted by ProDigit View Post
Well, if a '0' setting works, no need getting worked up about '-1'.
My question is, if there's some file inside the device that can be modified like this, without the need for jailbraking or using a root kit?
The files you would need to modify are in the root partition, and you need root access to modify them. So the answer to your question is:
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No, you cannot modify "some file inside the device" without root access.
Of course, if manually rooting or jailbreaking your kindle really bothers you, there are rumors that you can instead sprinkle some of this "magic powder" on it and you are good to go:

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