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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Turn on Dark Mode

Switch to a darker colour scheme that is gentler in low light.

Samsung Galaxy · One UIAbout 1 minutes3 steps · 3 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 3

Open Display

Open Settings, then tap Display.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example Open Display screen with Display highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Open Display

Open Settings, then tap Display.

Example Open Display screen with Display highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Choose Dark

Tap Dark. Tap Light here later to switch back.

Example Choose Dark screen with Dark highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Set a schedule if wanted

Open Dark mode settings to choose when it changes automatically.

Some apps use their own appearance settings and may stay light.

Example Set a schedule if wanted screen with Dark mode settings highlighted.
Step 3

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

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Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

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They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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