Dark mode isn't turning on even though you enabled it
Make sure dark mode is on in your operating system settings, check if the app has its own dark mode toggle (many do), and restart the app.
Dark mode doesn't apply because the OS setting is off, the app's own dark mode toggle is off, or the app doesn't support dark mode. Most fix by checking both settings and restarting.
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⏱ 5–10 minutes
Beginner
⚡ Before you start
- ✓Check dark mode is enabled in your operating system settings (Windows: Settings > Personalization > Colors; Mac: System Settings > General > Appearance)
- ✓Make sure the app has its own dark mode toggle in its preferences or settings menu
- ✓Confirm the app version is current by checking for updates in your app store or the app's settings
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Enabling system dark mode but forgetting to check and enable the app's own dark mode toggle
- Not restarting the app after enabling dark mode. Some apps don't apply the change until restart
- Assuming an app is broken when it simply doesn't support dark mode
- Not updating the app. Dark mode support is added in new versions
Signs you need professional help
- After enabling dark mode at both system and app levels, if the app still doesn't turn dark, or if scheduled dark mode doesn't switch automatically at the expected time, get in touch and we'll help you sort it out.
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