First Post, Probably a Stupid Question

Jill4223 · 01-03-2010, 03:53 PM

After looking at the manual, which I've downloaded to my desktop, I'm trying to figure out how to actually turn the Kindle off. I tried pushing the power button to the side and holding it but all it did was reboot my device and went back to a bookmark I had made earlier. I know you have to turn it off while on the plane until they tell you it's ok to turn it on, help some one please

daffy4u · 01-03-2010, 03:57 PM

You slide the power switch and hold for about 4 seconds, longer than that causes a reboot.

Edit: Here is the official word.

Quote:

To turn your Kindle off: Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds until the screen goes blank and then release.

Jill4223 · 01-03-2010, 05:28 PM

thanks.

neilmarr · 01-04-2010, 11:25 AM

Questions can't be stupid, Jill. Only answers. Good to have your company. I hope the generous and clued-up community here can help you make the most of your reader. Best wishes and welcome to a whole new reading world. Neil

Mike L · 01-04-2010, 12:45 PM

Jill,

To add a word to the good advice you've already received: Keep in mind that you don't need to turn off the Kindle. If you keep the wireless switched off except when you need it (as many people do, I believe), the Kindle won't be consuming any signficant amount of power. And in any case, it will switch itself off after a few minutes of idleness.

The only reason I ever deliberately turn mine off is if I want to avoid accidently pressing a key or button.

HarryT · 01-04-2010, 12:47 PM

I'd recommend reading the "Kindle User Guide", which you should find pre-loaded on the device. The first few pages of it summarise all the important stuff.

daffy4u · 01-04-2010, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike L

Jill,

To add a word to the good advice you've already received: Keep in mind that you don't need to turn off the Kindle. If you keep the wireless switched off except when you need it (as many people do, I believe), the Kindle won't be consuming any signficant amount of power. And in any case, it will switch itself off after a few minutes of idleness.

The only reason I ever deliberately turn mine off is if I want to avoid accidently pressing a key or button.

I actually didn't know how to turn it off for months until I got on a flight and just before take off had to do a quick search of the User Guide.

desertgrandma · 01-04-2010, 01:28 PM

Here's another page to add to Daffy's......

http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/custom...deId=200375430

That way you can play with your kindle while you are reading the guide online.

01-03-2010, 03:53 PM	#1
Jill4223 JillRE Posts: 8 Karma: 10 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Tacoma, WA Device: Kindle 2	First Post, Probably a Stupid Question After looking at the manual, which I've downloaded to my desktop, I'm trying to figure out how to actually turn the Kindle off. I tried pushing the power button to the side and holding it but all it did was reboot my device and went back to a bookmark I had made earlier. I know you have to turn it off while on the plane until they tell you it's ok to turn it on, help some one please

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Mike L Wizard Posts: 1,479 Karma: 3846231 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Device: Kindle 3, Samsung Galaxy	Jill, To add a word to the good advice you've already received: Keep in mind that you don't need to turn off the Kindle. If you keep the wireless switched off except when you need it (as many people do, I believe), the Kindle won't be consuming any signficant amount of power. And in any case, it will switch itself off after a few minutes of idleness. The only reason I ever deliberately turn mine off is if I want to avoid accidently pressing a key or button.

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HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,544 Karma: 93383043 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	I'd recommend reading the "Kindle User Guide", which you should find pre-loaded on the device. The first few pages of it summarise all the important stuff.

01-04-2010, 01:28 PM	#8
desertgrandma Enjoying the show.... Posts: 14,270 Karma: 10462841 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Arizona Device: A K1, Kindle Paperwhite, an Ipod, IPad2, Iphone, an Ipad Mini & macAir	Here's another page to add to Daffy's...... http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/custom...deId=200375430 That way you can play with your kindle while you are reading the guide online.