How to Change Your App Mode in Windows 10

Last Updated: September 25, 2020 Tested

In the Windows 10 anniversary update, Microsoft added a feature that allows you to choose your app mode (light to dark) and vice versa. Once you know how to do it, the switch is easy to make.

Before you start: This article will be doable only if you have already upgraded to the anniversary edition of Windows 10. Learn how to do it here.

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Open the Settings app . Press the Start button and select the settings gear from the lower right corner.
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Scroll down and find the section labeled as "Choose your default app mode". Pick "Dark" or "Light" from the list to change the look of Windows. Enjoy the beauty of black, or bright white!

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My laptop won't allow me to choose from dark to light.

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Make sure you are using Windows 10 Version 1903 or later. If not, update WIndows to 1909 or 1903.

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What do I do if the "choose default app mode" option is not on my colors setting page?

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GoTo Colours. Select 'Choose your color' dropdown. Select Custom from the dropdown. Now 'Choose your default app mode' will be visible.

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How to go into default mode?

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Go into the themes menu then choose the default theme. The default theme should look like a blue background with a Windows logo.

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You can also change the app mode in many of Windows 10's universal apps. Simply head to the app's settings and look for a section named "theme", "mode", or "app mode".

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