Dark mode is a great way to reduce eye strain and make your screen easier on the eyes. If you love using Microsoft Paint in Windows 11, you’ll be happy to know that it now supports dark mode! Turning it on (or off) is super easy. Let’s go step by step.

Why Use Dark Mode?

Before we dive into how to enable it, let’s talk about why dark mode is so great:

  • Reduces eye strain – Especially useful at night.
  • Saves battery – Helpful if you’re on a laptop.
  • Looks sleek – Many people just prefer the dark look!

How to Enable Dark Mode in Microsoft Paint

Follow these simple steps to turn on dark mode in Paint:

  1. Open Microsoft Paint on your Windows 11 PC.
  2. Click on the Settings icon (a gear symbol) in the top-right corner.
  3. Look for the App Theme section.
  4. Select Dark mode.
  5. Close and reopen Paint to see the changes.

How to Disable Dark Mode

If you ever want to go back to the classic light mode, just do this:

  • Open Paint.
  • Click the Settings icon.
  • Under App Theme, select Light.
  • Restart Paint to apply changes.

Match System Theme

Don’t want to keep switching manually? You can set Paint to match your Windows theme.

  1. Go to Settings in Paint.
  2. Under App Theme, choose Use system setting.
  3. Now, if Windows switches to dark mode, Paint will follow automatically!

Troubleshooting Tips

If dark mode isn’t working, try these fixes:

  • Make sure you’re using the latest version of Paint.
  • Restart Paint after changing the settings.
  • If the option is missing, check for Windows updates.

Final Thoughts

Dark mode is a great feature that makes using Microsoft Paint more comfortable, especially in low light. Whether you prefer dark or light mode, switching back and forth is easy.

Now go ahead and enjoy painting in the mode that suits you best!