Enable Dark Mode in Ubuntu Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide
Dark mode in Ubuntu Linux changes your computer screen’s colors to darker shades, which can be easier on your eyes. This setting applies darker colors to windows, menus, and the taskbar.
Using dark mode can also help save battery power on some devices. Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and newer versions let you turn on this feature easily.
You can also pick a specific accent color that goes well with your wallpaper. This guide shows you exactly how to set it up.
Open System Settings and select Appearance. Under Style, choose the Dark option to enable dark mode. You can also select an accent color to customize the look.
Turn on or off Dark Mode in Ubuntu Linux
Turning Dark Mode On or Off in Ubuntu Linux
Switching dark mode on or off in Ubuntu Linux can be done from System Settings. This feature makes your screen easier on your eyes, especially at night, by changing windows and menus to a darker color to help reduce eye strain.
Here’s how to turn dark mode on or off in Ubuntu Linux.
Ubuntu Linux centralizes most of its settings in one place. You can manage everything from system tweaks to user accounts and software updates within the System Settings panel.
Alternatively, click the System menu at the top-right corner of the top bar on your desktop.
On the System menu, select Settings, as highlighted below.
Click the Appearance tile to open the panel in the Settings app.
In the System Settings -> Appearance panel, under Style, select the Dark style template for dark mode.
The Style should now change to dark mode.
You can also choose an accent color or have Ubuntu Linux select one for you. The accent color will contrast with or match your wallpaper and windows color.
That should do it!
Conclusion:
- Enabling dark mode in Ubuntu Linux reduces eye strain and improves battery life for laptops and tablets.
- The dark mode is designed with colors that work well in low-lit environments, providing a comfortable viewing experience.
- Following the steps outlined in this article, users can easily toggle between light and dark mode in Ubuntu Linux, as per their preference.
How to make terminal dark mode in Linux?
First, open your terminal and go to preferences. On the General tab, select and change the theme variant from Light to Dark mode. Now, close the preferences window and use your dark terminal.
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