Implement dark theme

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Figure 1. Dark theme.

Dark theme is available in Android 10 (API level 29) and higher. It has the following benefits:

  • Reduces power usage by a significant amount, depending on the device’s screen technology.
  • Improves visibility for users with low vision and those who are sensitive to bright light.
  • Makes it easier to use a device in a low-light environment.

Dark theme applies to the Android system UI and apps running on the device.

There are three ways to enable dark theme in Android 10 and higher:

  • Use the system setting by navigating to Settings > Display > Theme to enable dark theme.
  • Use the Quick Settings tile to switch themes from the notification tray, when enabled.
  • On Pixel devices, enable Battery Saver mode to enable dark theme at the same time. Other devices might not support this behavior.

For instructions on applying a dark theme to web-based content using a WebView component, see Darken web content in WebView.

Support dark theme in your app

To support dark theme, set your app's theme—usually found in res/values/styles.xml—to inherit from a DayNight theme: