- What is the big deal about dark mode?
- What percentage of programmers use dark mode?
- What is the color code for dark mode?
- Is dark mode considered accessibility?
What is the big deal about dark mode?
Reduces eye strain at night and cuts glare
Reading on a bright screen can increase eye strain in low light and cause us to squint. Dark mode users find reading easier in low light with less eye strain. They also claim it helps them fall asleep quickly and stay asleep longer.
What percentage of programmers use dark mode?
According to a survey, 70% of software engineers prefer a Dark theme IDE over the light theme. You will always a lot of dark theme in the popular theme section of any IDE.
What is the color code for dark mode?
The recommended dark theme surface color is #121212.
Is dark mode considered accessibility?
Many people don't realise dark mode is an accessibility feature. It's often just considered a nice to have, a cool extra feature that power users will love. But dark mode is also a valuable accessibility feature.