How to make Gmail display in dark mode on your computer, to reduce eye strain and give the website a sleek look

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It's easy to make Gmail display in dark mode.

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Dark mode has become an incredibly popular feature these past few years, and more and more websites are jumping on its bandwagon.

One of these websites is Gmail. Through its "Themes" menu, Gmail lets you display the entire site in dark mode. This can help reduce eye strain, as well as give your inbox a sleek and polished look.

The Themes menu isn't just for activating dark mode, though. It lets you pick from dozens of different display options — including patterned designs, and even your own photos.

Here's how to turn on dark mode in Gmail, using any internet browser on a Mac or PC.

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How to make Gmail display in dark mode on desktop by changing your theme 

1. Open Gmail on your Mac or PC, and from any page, click the gear icon in the top-right.

2. Click "Themes."

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Click "Themes" in the drop-down menu.

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3. This will open a pop-up with options. Scroll past the preloaded photos and option to upload your own picture. You'll find "Dark" listed as the first option to the right of the "Default" color scheme — it'll likely just look like a black box. Click it, and then click "Save."

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Select the "Dark" option.

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Gmail will now be in dark mode on your desktop.

 

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