Windows 11 has been redesigned to provide users with an immersive and intuitive experience. One of the most popular features of the new Windows operating system is the dark mode, which has been revamped to make it even more visually appealing with accent colors. The dark mode is not only aesthetically pleasing but also reduces eye strain and improves battery life. In this article, we will show you how to turn on dark mode on Windows 11.
To Turn On Dark Mode on Windows 11
Step 1: Open the Settings Menu by pressing the Windows Key + I.
Step 2: In the Settings menu, select the Personalisation option from the left-hand side.
Step 3: Once on the Personalisation menu, select the Colors option.
Step 4: Tap on the drop-down menu next to Choose your Mode and select Dark Mode. The dark mode will be activated instantly on your PC.
Step 5: You can customize the accent color by selecting the Custom option under Choose your color. From there, you have two options:
- To have Windows automatically pick an accent color, select Automatic.
- To manually select an accent color, select Manual. Then, select the list to the right and choose a color under Recent colors or Windows colors. Alternatively, select View colors (next to Custom colors) for an even more detailed option.
In addition to selecting your preferred accent color, you can also choose to show or hide it in different areas of your Windows interface. Simply scroll down and select the toggle for the Show accent color on Start and taskbar and Show accent colors on tile bars and windows borders to turn them on or off as desired.
How do you Change Back to Light Mode?
If you want to go back to the light mode on Windows 11, you can easily do so by going to the Personalization settings, selecting Colors, and then choosing the Light option under the Choose your color section. This will change the color scheme of your Windows interface back to the default light mode.
By following the step-by-step guide listed above, you get to learn how to set up dark mode on your Windows mode, choose accent colors for your mode, and switch back to the light mode any time you feel like it.