Unlock the Power of Dark Mode in Google Docs with This Simple Guide

Key Takeaways

To activate Dark Mode in Google Docs using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, you will need to utilize an experimental flag. Simply input "chrome://flags" in your address bar, search for the term "dark mode," and proceed to enable the Auto Dark Mode for Web Contents flag.

Google Docs typically uses a light theme as its default setting. However, there is a simple method to activate the dark mode feature on Android, iPhone, iPad, as well as on Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge when using your computer. We will guide you through the process. It is worth mentioning that the steps for enabling dark mode on Google Sheets and Google Slides are identical.

Enable Dark Mode in Google Docs on Google Chrome

To enable dark mode in Google Docs on Google Chrome for desktop (Windows, Mac, and Linux), follow these steps. Please note that this method forces dark mode on all websites. Keep in mind that, as of now, the option is hidden behind a Chrome flag.

To avoid any potential issues with functionality and browser performance, this feature is not universally accessible. It is important to note that enabling flags may lead to the incorrect functioning of certain features and have a detrimental effect on your browser's performance. If you choose to enable flags, please proceed with caution by entering "chrome://flags" in the address bar at the top of your Google Chrome browser.

Use the search box at the top to look for "dark mode."

Click the drop-down menu next to Force Dark Mode for Web Contents and select "Enabled."

To apply these changes, Chrome will display a prompt requesting you to restart the browser. Please ensure that you have saved any ongoing work in the browser and then select "Relaunch."

Open the Google Docs website and you'll see that the page color is now black, and that the font color is now white.

Enable Dark Mode in Google Docs on Microsoft Edge

Other browsers built on Chromium, like Microsoft Edge, also support the dark mode flag. This means that it's not just Google Chrome that allows you to activate a dark mode forcibly.

Open Microsoft Edge, type "edge://flags" into the address bar, and hit Enter.

Type "dark mode" into the search bar at the top.

Click the drop-down menu next to "Auto Dark Mode for Web Content," then select "Enabled."

Click "Restart" on the popup that appears at the bottom.

Enable Dark Mode on Google Docs for Android or iPhone

Microsoft Edge will compel all eligible websites to appear in dark mode. However, it should be noted that not all websites are optimized for displaying in dark mode, and consequently, certain content may not be rendered correctly.

To enable dark mode on Google Docs, simply open the app and tap the menu icon located in the top-left corner, which consists of three lines.

Next, select "Settings."

Now, choose the "Theme" option, which will allow you to pick dark mode. This option is called "Choose Theme" on Android.

Select "Dark."

Google Docs now supports dark mode for all documents. If you prefer a lighter theme, you can still view documents in light mode. To switch to the light theme, simply open any document in Google Docs and click on the three-dot menu icon located in the top-right corner.

Tap on "View in Light Theme."

The Google Docs app will retain its user interface in dark mode, while the page itself will switch to light mode, featuring a standard white background with black text. This setting is specific to the current document, so if you close and reopen it, the page will return to dark mode. It's important to note that this setting does not have any impact on other documents.

Once you have begun utilizing Google Docs, it is essential to learn how to access the most recent alterations in your documents. Additionally, take the opportunity to explore the functionality of voice typing on Google Docs.