Dark Mode Design: More Than Just Swapping Colors

Contrast and Accessibility

When designing for dark mode, pure black (#000000) can cause “haloing” effects on high-brightness screens. Using a deep charcoal (#121212) is often better for the human eye.

Key Considerations

• Avoid over-saturation: Bright colors vibrate against dark backgrounds.
• Depth: Use subtle shadows and lighter grays to show elevation.
• User Choice: Always respect the user’s system preferences using @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark).