Connect/disconnect power through code

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I was wondering if it's possible to connect/disconnect power of a Windows laptop through c# code only, without using any additional hardware?

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I haven't doen anything until now, just trying to now if this is possible.

Posted 31-Mar-18 14:40pm

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Updated 1-Apr-18 1:50am

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Dave Kreskowiak · Answer 1 · 2018-03-31T14:50:00

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No, you can't. The power API's can set the power plan, but you cannot set whether or not the machine is running on AC or battery.

Thinking about this for a tiny bit, exposing this kind of functionality would be a huge security risk.

Posted 31-Mar-18 14:50pm

Dave Kreskowiak