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Disabling the Cover Sensor on Kindle Paperwhite 3 (7th Generation)

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  • You will then need to cover pins 2 and 4 of the front light connector.

  • Cut a small piece of electrical tape that is thin enough to cover both pins, and apply it.

  • Reconnect the frontlight.

  • Be careful to not block pin 6 and/or any other pins, as it may result in the frontlight not receiving power and/or the device re-entering the closed cover state.

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