Google Chat Dark Mode: How to Enable and Disable It

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Dark mode has become super popular for good reasons. It’s not just about looking cool; it can seriously reduce eye strain, especially when you’re using screens at night. Plus, that bright white light before bed can mess with your sleep. So, getting dark mode working on your apps is crucial for a more comfortable digital experience. Google is adding dark mode to more and more of their services, and Google Chat is one of them. Here’s how you can enable or disable it.

Enabling Dark Mode on Google Chat Web (Desktop)

If you’re like me, you probably use Google Chat on your computer most of the time. Here’s how to switch to dark mode on the web version:

1. Go to chat.google.com in your browser. If you’re not already logged in, sign in with your Google account. You’ll see a “Loading Chat” screen.

   

2. Once Chat loads, click the gear icon at the top right of the window. This opens the ‘Chat settings’ overlay.

   

3. Scroll down to the ‘Theme settings’ section in the overlay. Click the radio button next to ‘Dark Mode’. Dark mode will turn on right away. Then, click ‘Done’ to close the overlay.

   

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Using Dark Mode on Mobile

Using the mobile app is a convenient way to use dark mode, with both iOS and Android apps supporting it.

Enabling Dark Mode on iPhone or iPad

The Google Chat app on iPhones and iPads automatically uses dark mode when the device is in dark mode.

1. To enable dark mode for Google Chat, enable dark mode on your iPhone or iPad using the control center. Swipe down from the top right (newer models) or up from the bottom (older models).

2. Tap the dark mode icon to turn it on. The Google Chat app will follow suit.

   

Enabling Dark Mode on Android Devices

Android devices let you choose a theme for Google Chat, separate from the system theme.

1. Open the Google Chat app.

   

2. Tap the hamburger menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the top left.

   

3. Tap ‘Settings’ from the menu.

   

4. In the ‘General’ section, tap ‘Theme.’ This will open a theme options overlay.

   

5. Select the ‘Dark’ option by tapping the radio button next to it. This will switch the app to dark mode.

   

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How to Disable Dark Mode in Google Chat

If you have dark mode on and want to switch back, it’s pretty straightforward.

Disabling Dark Mode on Google Chat Web (Desktop)

1. Go to chat.google.com. Sign in if needed. You’ll see the “Loading Chat” screen first.

   

2. Click the gear icon at the top right of the window to access ‘Chat settings’.

   

3. Scroll down to the ‘Theme settings’ area. Click the radio button beside the ‘Light Mode’ option. Then click ‘Done’.

   

Disabling Dark Mode on Google Chat Mobile app (Android)

1. Open the Google Chat app on your Android device.

   

2. Tap on the hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) at the top left.

   

3. Tap on the ‘Settings’ option.

   

4. Tap on ‘Theme’ within the ‘General’ settings.

   

5. Tap the radio button beside the ‘Light’ option. This will revert the app to light mode.

   

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Whether or not dark mode is your preference, it definitely has its advantages when used at night. Now you have the ability to use it on Google Chat on any platform.