How to Enable Dark Mode in Notion: A Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Enable Dark mode in Notion
Dark mode has become a popular feature among applications and websites these days due to its many benefits such as reducing eye strain and saving battery life on devices with OLED screens. Notion, a powerful Workspace application, also offers a Dark mode theme that allows users to customize their interface according to their preference. In this article, we will guide you through the process of enabling Dark mode in Notion across different platforms.
Enabling Dark mode in Notion on Desktop (Web and App)
To enable Dark mode in Notion on your desktop, whether you are using the web version or the desktop app, follow these steps:
- Open Notion on your desktop, either through your web browser or the desktop app.
- Log in to your Notion account if you haven't already.
- Once you are in the Notion Workspace, click on your profile picture or the icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
- In the dropdown menu that appears, click on "Settings & Members."
- Under the "Settings" tab, scroll down until you find the "Theme" section.
- In the "Theme" section, click on the toggle switch next to "Toggle Dark mode."
- The user interface of Notion will now switch to Dark mode, providing a more comfortable viewing experience.
Enabling Dark mode in Notion on Mobile Devices (iOS and Android)
Enabling Dark mode in Notion on your mobile device, whether you use an iPhone or an Android phone, requires different steps. Here's how to do it for each platform:
Enabling Dark mode in Notion on iOS:
- Open the "Settings" app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and tap on "Display & Brightness."
- Under the "Appearance" section, tap on "Dark" to enable Dark mode for your entire device.
- Launch the Notion app on your iPhone.
- Log in to your Notion account if required.
- The Notion app will now automatically adapt to your device's Dark mode setting, and the interface will switch to Dark mode.
Enabling Dark mode in Notion on Android:
- Open the "Settings" app on your Android device.
- Scroll down and tap on "Display."
- Look for the "Dark theme" or "Dark mode" option and tap on it.
- Enable Dark mode for your entire device.
- Launch the Notion app on your Android device.
- Log in to your Notion account if necessary.
- In the Notion app, the Dark mode will now be activated, aligning with your system-wide setting.
Customizing Notion's Dark mode
Notion also allows you to customize the Dark mode theme according to your preference. Here's how you can further customize the Dark mode theme in Notion:
- Open Notion on your preferred platform (desktop, iOS, or Android).
- Login to your Notion account if required.
- Click on your profile picture or the icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
- In the dropdown menu that appears, click on "Settings & Members."
- Under the "Settings" tab, scroll down to the "Theme" section.
- Click on "Toggle Dark mode" to enable Dark mode if it is not already enabled.
- In the "Theme" section, you will find options to further customize Notion's Dark mode.
- You can toggle on or off options like "Darker code blocks" or "Dim page covers."
- Additionally, you can also change the accent color of your Notion interface by selecting a different color from the "Accent color" dropdown menu.
- Experiment with these options until you find a Dark mode theme that suits your preferences.
- Once you are satisfied with the customization, simply close the settings modal, and your changes will be saved automatically.
Enabling Dark mode in Notion enhances the overall user experience, reduces eye strain, and provides a visually pleasing environment. Customizing the Dark mode theme allows you to personalize the interface according to your preferences. By following the steps mentioned in this article, you can easily enable and customize the Dark mode theme in Notion on various platforms, be it the desktop, iOS, or Android.