Dark mode for Google Photos on the web has now been made available to all users. To activate this feature, simply navigate to the Settings menu, locate “Appearance,” and select your preferred option from Light, Dark, or System default.
In contrast to a true black backdrop, Google Photos employs a deep gray shade to maintain uniformity with other Google applications. The rollout of dark mode was a gradual process, initiated with mobile apps prior to its introduction on the web.
Following the implementation of darker themes for Drive and Calendar, Google Photos underwent a limited testing phase in January, where only a small number of users could experience it on their desktops. The wait has culminated in a full release, making dark mode accessible for everyone using Google Photos on the web.
Dark mode has gained popularity across various platforms, including Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, and for good reason. It offers a more comfortable viewing experience, reduces strain on the eyes, provides battery savings, and has a modern aesthetic compared to bright screens.
Earlier this year, users received a hint regarding the upcoming dark mode directly within Google Photos, but the rollout began cautiously, allowing only a select few to participate initially. According to Google Photos’ support page, the feature is now fully live on the web.
Users can test it by navigating to the Settings (represented by a gear icon) to find the new “Appearance” option alongside backup quality choices. Users are presented with three themes: Light, Dark, or an option to match their system theme.
Once dark mode is enabled, Google Photos transforms into a sleek interface that plays with various shades of gray. The search bar stands out with a lighter tone, while the top navigation strikes a balance between darker backgrounds and brighter accents.
The design cleverly integrates rounded darker tones in the gallery backdrop with the sidebar and search bar. However, while most Google applications have embraced the dark mode, Google Docs remains the only major holdout, continuing to glow in its traditional white theme.
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