diff --git a/config/corne.conf b/config/corne.conf
index 998bb6f..7196205 100644
--- a/config/corne.conf
+++ b/config/corne.conf
@@ -1,5 +1,6 @@
 # Uncomment the following lines to enable the Corne RGB Underglow
 # CONFIG_ZMK_RGB_UNDERGLOW=y
+CONFIG_ZMK_BACKLIGHT=y
 # CONFIG_WS2812_STRIP=y
 
 # Uncomment the following line to enable the Corne OLED Display