Jan 27, 2021 The Google Chrome browser now natively supports dark mode on macOS Mojave, Apple’s latest computer operating system. There’s a catch, though. To enable the feature on Google Chrome, users must.

© Shannon Fagan/Getty Images Browsing Google Chrome in dark mode can give your eyes a needed rest from the brightness of your screen. Shannon Fagan/Getty Images
  • You can turn on Google Chrome's 'dark mode' to make browsing easier on your eyes and conserve battery on your device.
  • Windows, Mac, and iPhone devices have their own dark mode settings, which will make Google Chrome open in dark mode when activated. Only Android allows you to update Google Chrome from directly within Chrome's settings.
  • You can also install an extension or theme that will let you put Google Chrome into dark mode on your own, or browse Chrome in 'incognito mode.'
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Dark mode is all the rage nowadays, and it seems like every app has it. After all, browsing in dark mode is both easier on the eyes, and lets the content of every website stand out more.

  1. With the latest Google Chrome updates, if you use macOS dark theme, Google Chrome will switch in dark mode as well by default. Usually I love dark themes for everything, but I’m not a fan of of the dark theme for Chrome provided by Google — I dunno why, maybe a matter of time to get used to it.
  2. Apr 26, 2019 Google Chrome gained a built-in dark theme on Windows in Chrome 74 and on macOS in Chrome 73. To enable Chrome’s dark theme, just switch your operating system to dark mode. On Windows 10, head to Settings Personalization Colors and select “ Dark ” under “Choose your default app mode.” On a Mac, enable the system-wide dark mode.
  3. Google is testing a dark mode for desktop search Google Chrome’s dark mode is now available on Mac Dark mode comes out of beta in Slack’s latest update for iOS and Android.

However, making Google Chrome go into dark mode isn't as easy as some other apps. On most devices, there's no switch you can flip, or box you can check off.

Instead, to use dark mode in Chrome, you'll have to either edit your device's settings, download an extension or theme, or browse in incognito mode.

Here's how to do all of these, and start browsing in dark mode in Chrome on your Mac,PC, iPhone, or Android.

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How to turn on dark mode in Google Chrome on a Mac

This method is performed through your Mac's system preferences, and it will set most of your applications to dark mode, not just Google Chrome.

1. Ensure that you're running macOS Mojave or later, and then click the Apple icon in the top left corner of your screen. Click 'System Preferences...' in the menu that appears.

2. Hit 'General.' It should be one of the first options.

3. At the top of the page, there will be three options: 'Light,' 'Dark,' and 'Auto.' Select 'Dark' to immediately put Chrome into dark mode, or 'Auto' if you only want dark mode to activate at night.

Google dark mode on android© William Antonelli/Business Insider Select “Dark” for full Dark Mode, or “Auto” to activate Light Mode during the day and Dark Mode at night. William Antonelli/Business Insider

How to turn on dark mode in Google Chrome on a PC

1. On a computer running Windows 10 or later, click the Windows icon in the bottom left corner, or tap the Windows key on your keyboard to open the 'Start' menu. Then click the icon that looks like a gear — this is the icon for your settings.

2. Select 'Personalization' from the list of options.

3. Hit 'Colors' in the left toolbar. Scroll down, and under 'Choose your default app mode,' select 'Dark.' Chrome will turn dark immediately.

© Microsoft Click 'Dark' to enable Dark Mode in Windows. Microsoft

How to turn on dark mode in Google Chrome using an extension or theme


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One of the best things about Google Chrome is that if you find a feature it's missing, there's a good chance you can add that feature yourself with an extension or theme.

There are several extensions and many themes that will make Google Chrome display in dark mode. To find them, you'll need to head to the Google Chrome Web Store and search for 'dark mode.'

Once you do, you have a lot of options. Here are some examples.

The extension 'Dark Theme for Chrome' will give you a button that, when clicked, will change the colors on any webpage so white becomes black, black becomes white, and more. You can change the exact colors at any time.

© William Antonelli/Business Insider 'Dark Theme for Chrome' will change the colors of any webpage. William Antonelli/Business Insider

'Material Incognito Dark Theme' will immediately darken your toolbars, but won't change anything on the websites you browse. You can edit your themes whenever you like.

Search for the extension or theme you like best.

How to turn on dark mode in Google Chrome on an iPhone

You can turn on dark mode in the Google Chrome app on your iPhone by going to 'Display & Brightness' in your iPhone's 'Settings' menu, and choosing 'Dark' or 'Automatic.'

If your iPhone lacks dark mode, there's an alternative you can use to change the theme of Google Chrome through your Accessibility settings:

1. Go into your phone's 'Settings' app.

2. Scroll down and tap 'Accessibility.'

© Devon Delfino/Business Insider Choose 'Accessibility' in the 'Settings' menu. Devon Delfino/Business Insider

3. Select 'Display and Text Size.'

© Devon Delfino/Business Insider Choose 'Display & Text Size.' Devon Delfino/Business Insider

4. Under 'Vision,' toggle on either 'Classic Invert' or 'Smart Invert,' depending on your preferences. Your phone will flash and then immediately transition to the new mode.

© Devon Delfino/Business Insider Choose either 'Smart Invert' or 'Classic Invert.' Devon Delfino/Business Insider

5. This adjustment will affect all applicable apps, including Google Chrome.

How to turn on dark mode in Google Chrome on an Android

If you have an Android 5 device or higher, you can turn on dark mode directly in Google Chrome's settings menu.

1. Open Google Chrome on your Android device.

2. In the 'More' menu at the top right corner of the app (designated by three vertical dots), select 'Settings,' then choose 'Themes.'

3. Choose dark mode, or alternatively, light mode. You can also choose system default mode if you want Chrome to go dark only when your battery save mode is turned on, or if your Android device settings are set to dark mode for all applications.

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Many computer users prefer to use the 'dark mode' of applications whenever it is available. If you are a Mac user, then you will be glad to hear that dark mode for the entire operating system is available ever since macOS Mojave was released. Dark mode is an excellent choice if you are a night owl, because it can significantly reduce eyestrain. Here is how to enable it on your Mac, as long as you are using macOS 10.14 or above:

  1. Open the Apple Menu and head to System Preferences -> General
  2. Select the Appearance tab, and then enable Dark Mode.
  3. Do not hesitate to explore the Appearance tab to further enhance your viewing experience by configuring accent and button colors, as well as other element styles.

There are some posts online saying that using the dark mode of your Mac may increase memory usage and, therefore, reduce battery life. However, this is highly unlikely to be in result of dark mode, and you should not hesitate to use this option if you find it more appealing.

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