Dark mode is a specific setting on a mobile device, tablet, laptop or computer, that changes the default, white or light, screen background to a darker colour (typically dark grey or black).

So, light mode stays. Dark mode becomes the default setting. And a third option, dim, will be removed…that is, unless Musk changes his mind again. Topics Social Media X/Twitter Elon Musk.

While there are some advantages of using dark mode, it may not be good for you. Here's why you may want to avoid the light-on-dark theme.

But the higher the brightness when switching from light mode to dark mode, the higher the energy savings. Scenario 1: Switching from light mode to dark mode on a sunny day. Let’s say that you’re using ...

So, if you prefer using your Windows PC in light mode during the day and dark mode at night, you’ve to switch between them manually. This can be a little annoying.

And killing light mode may also have a negative impact on accessibility. As noted by multiple Twitter users in replies to Musk, reading text in daylight with dark mode enabled is more difficult.

As part of its rebranding to X, Twitter might permanently get rid of its regular light mode presentation in favor of full-time dark mode. Elon Musk says the change is happening soon.

Light mode has a "light" appearance and does not change, while auto transitions from light during the day to dark at night. Dark mode has a dark appearance and does not change; "It’s effective ...

If you're looking for a way to reduce the strain on your eyes when using your computer, you may want to enable dark mode in Windows 10. Here's how to do it on the OS and specific apps.