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How to Turn On Dark Mode in Windows

Tap through each step to switch your whole system over to a darker look.

  1. Open the Settings app

    Click the gear icon from the Start menu, or press "Windows + I" to open Settings.

  2. Click "Personalization"

    From the Settings list, select "Personalization."

  3. Go to the "Colors" section

    Click "Colors" in the left-hand menu to open color-related settings.

  4. Pick "Dark" under "Choose your mode"

    Click "Dark" under the mode selector, and the whole theme switches instantly.

  5. Why it is worth using

    When screen brightness is tiring your eyes at night, or you want to save some battery, dark mode cuts glare and makes the screen easier to look at for longer.

When a bright white screen feels like too much

Working late or using your computer in a dim room can make a bright white background genuinely tiring on the eyes. Switching to dark mode reduces glare and makes long sessions in front of the screen noticeably more comfortable.

Pairing it with Night Light

Turning on Night Light alongside dark mode, which cuts down blue light, reduces eye strain even further β€” the two settings are independent and work well together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I set only some apps to dark mode?

Yes. Lower on the same Colors screen, "Choose your default app mode" lets you keep the overall system light while switching only supported apps to dark.

Can it switch automatically based on time of day?

Windows itself does not include a built-in automatic day/night toggle, so you would need a separate scheduling utility if you want that.