Dark Mode
Also known as: Dark Theme, Night Mode
A display setting that uses light-colored text and interface elements on a dark background, reversing the typical light-mode color scheme. Dark mode can benefit users with light sensitivity, photophobia, or certain visual conditions by reducing screen glare and brightness. However, it can also create accessibility challenges if contrast ratios are insufficient or if users with astigmatism find light text on dark backgrounds harder to read. Providing both light and dark mode options, with adequate contrast in each, supports the broadest range of users.
Category: User Interface Design · Visual Accessibility · Mobile Accessibility
Related: Color Contrast · High Contrast Mode · Light Sensitivity