diff --git a/docs/api/power-monitor.md b/docs/api/power-monitor.md
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--- a/docs/api/power-monitor.md
+++ b/docs/api/power-monitor.md
@@ -39,3 +39,10 @@ Emitted when the system changes to AC power.
 ### Event: 'on-battery' _Windows_
 
 Emitted when system changes to battery power.
+
+### Event: 'shutdown' _Linux_
+
+Emitted when the system is about to reboot or shut down. If the event handler
+invokes `e.preventDefault()`, Electron will attempt to delay system shutdown in
+order for the app to exit cleanly. If `e.preventDefault()` is called, the app
+should exit as soon as possible by calling something like `app.quit()`.