Ubuntu
gnome-control-center package

  1. Bug #792636
  2. Comment #5

Comment 5 for bug 792636

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Dave Russell (drussell) wrote : Re: Power section no longer allows configuration of "when the lid is closed" action in Oneiric

Yup, just goes blank.

If you prefer a gui, you could install "gnome-tweak"

Shell > Laptop lid close ....

You can change the setting for when running on battery and when connected to AC.