Windows 11 introduces the ability to easily switch between dark and light modes with a button using PowerToys 0.95. This feature, known as Light Switch, offers several other configuration options to cater to individual preferences.
All eyes are now on Windows 11 since Windows 10 has reached its end of life, making it advisable to back up the operating system’s ISO file. Microsoft is focusing all its efforts on its latest ecosystem, and among the user-preferred solutions, PowerToys stands out.
Windows 11 Introduces a Button to Switch Between Dark and Light Modes
Fortunately, the Light Switch feature has been added to automatically switch from dark mode to light mode and vice versa. Users can even manually select the start and end times for each mode. For instance, if you prefer a bright interface during the day and a darker one at night.
Moreover, there’s an option to use the computer’s location to adjust the transition from one mode to another. Light Switch can utilize the sunrise and sunset times to adapt naturally to the lighting conditions. This eliminates the need for constant adjustments throughout the seasons and daylight saving time; Windows 11 handles it all with PowerToys. A shift system also allows users to refine switching times based on individual habits. For example, you can activate dark mode slightly before sunset or keep it longer in the morning.
In short, Windows 11 offers great flexibility, with the 25H2 version recently released. Light Switch goes even further by allowing the application of a mode on a case-by-case basis. For instance, you can apply dark mode only to the system interface or applications, or implement it throughout the entire operating system. Additionally, a customizable keyboard shortcut has been integrated to switch between modes, making it unnecessary to constantly navigate through settings and saving precious seconds from repetitive actions.
Source: Microsoft
