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How to Enable Dark Mode in Windows 10

Windows 10 Anniversary Update and later has a dark mode. This wikiHow will show you how to enable the dark mode on Windows 10. [1]

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  1. This app has a settings gear on a colored background. You can also open it by going to the start menu and clicking on the.
  2. This option is the fifth option in the main menu.
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  3. This option is the second option on the left pane.
  4. This menu is located underneath the theme preview.
    • Light will make the taskbar and start menu light and the apps light.
    • Dark will make the taskbar and start menu dark and the apps dark.
    • Custom will allow you to choose which color you want the taskbar and start menu to be. By default, the taskbar is dark and the apps are light.
  5. This will make apps and Windows dark.
    • Some app modes, such as those for Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Office, need to be configured separately.
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    There's no "Choose your app mode: light and dark" on my computer. What's going on?
    Mohil Khare
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    You probably haven't upgraded to the Anniversary Edition of Windows 10. Upgrade your system, and the option should show up.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17144/windows-10-change-desktop-background

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