{"id":3744,"date":"2020-01-30T02:35:24","date_gmt":"2020-01-30T02:35:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/?p=3744"},"modified":"2023-12-14T13:33:11","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T13:33:11","slug":"how-do-i-make-youtube-darker-in-google-chrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/browser-extension\/how-do-i-make-youtube-darker-in-google-chrome\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I make YouTube darker in Google Chrome for FREE (0$)?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#how-to-make-you-tube-darker\">How to make YouTube Darker?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#get-your-own-dark-mode-colors-and-you-tube-darker-in-google-chrome\">Get your own dark mode colors and YouTube darker in Google Chrome<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#you-tube-video\">YouTube video<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-about-you-tube-darker-in-google-chrome\">FAQ about YouTube darker in Google Chrome<\/a><div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1700256828675\">Can I enable dark mode on mobile devices?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1700256839258\">Does using extensions slow down my browser?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1700256851940\">How can I revert to the default YouTube theme?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1700256863316\">Does dark mode save battery on mobile devices?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1700256866877\">Can I schedule dark mode to turn on automatically?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1700256874729\">Does YouTube&#8217;s dark mode apply to all websites?<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"introduction\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>YouTube is the go-to platform for streaming videos, but sometimes the default bright interface can strain your eyes, especially in low-light environments. In this article, we will explore how to make YouTube darker in Google Chrome, ensuring a more comfortable and enjoyable viewing experience. We&#8217;ll provide step-by-step instructions and expert insights, enhancing your knowledge and helping you optimize your YouTube settings. So, let&#8217;s dive into this exciting journey to improve your YouTube experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-you-tube-darker\">How to make YouTube Darker?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to make the YouTube darker in Google Chrome (or in any other web browser). The YouTube video platform darker does have a dark theme. You can activate the default theme from YouTube by following the steps below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"YouTube website (opens in a new tab)\">YouTube website<\/a>, and click on your profile icon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A menu shows up, and click on the menu item &#8220;<em>Dark theme: Off<\/em>&#8220;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And enable the toggle switch to enable the <strong>Dark theme<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"get-your-own-dark-mode-colors-and-you-tube-darker-in-google-chrome\">Get your own dark mode colors and YouTube darker in Google Chrome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to choose your own personal dark color, then you are of luck with the default YouTube Dark Mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there is a solution that can create your own dark mode version of it, and that on all websites. With the free <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Turn Off the Lights Browser extension (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\" target=\"_blank\">Turn Off the Lights Browser extension<\/a>, you can enable the Night Mode feature. That powerful feature will let you convert each webpage stylesheet to your own personal dark theme. You choose the background, text, and hyperlink color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-1024x502.png\" alt=\"YouTube darker in Google Chrome with the Turn Off the Lights Chrome extension that highlight only the video player\" class=\"wp-image-3624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-1024x502.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-300x147.png 300w, https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-768x377.png 768w, https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-1536x754.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-2048x1005.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-60x29.png 60w, https:\/\/www.turnoffthelights.com\/support\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/legal-YouTube-downloader-browser-extension-150x74.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">YouTube darker in Google Chrome web browser<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Or you can press the gray lamp button in your web browser toolbar to dim the current YouTube web page and make YouTube darker in your Google Chrome web browser. And with a double click on the gray lamp button, you can get a mini settings panel show up, where you can increase and decrease the opacity value of this dark layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"you-tube-video\">YouTube video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for YouTube darker in Google Chrome? Then you can always use the YouTube Dark Mode option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"\ud83d\udd35How to enable YouTube Dark Mode?\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a6Zx4L5du9A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to enable YouTube in Dark Mode<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ve explored how to make YouTube darker in Google Chrome, enhancing your viewing experience with a more comfortable and enjoyable interface. Whether you prefer the built-in Dark Mode or Chrome extensions, you now have the tools to optimize your YouTube settings. Customizing your viewing experience and understanding keyboard shortcuts will further enhance your enjoyment. So, go ahead and enjoy a better YouTube experience with a darker theme, and don&#8217;t forget to adjust your screen&#8217;s brightness and contrast for the perfect setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq-about-you-tube-darker-in-google-chrome\">FAQ about YouTube darker in Google Chrome<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700256828675\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I enable dark mode on mobile devices?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can enable Dark Mode on mobile devices as well. Open the YouTube app, tap your profile picture, go to &#8220;Settings,&#8221; and choose &#8220;Appearance.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700256839258\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does using extensions slow down my browser?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>While some extensions may affect browser performance, popular ones like &#8220;Turn Off the Lights&#8221; are designed to be efficient and shouldn&#8217;t noticeably slow down your browser.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700256851940\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How can I revert to the default YouTube theme?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>To go back to the default theme, follow the same steps you used to enable Dark Mode. Simply select &#8220;Light theme&#8221; or &#8220;Use device theme&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700256863316\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does dark mode save battery on mobile devices?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, on devices with OLED or AMOLED screens, Dark Mode can save battery life since individual pixels are turned off in dark mode, requiring less power.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700256866877\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I schedule dark mode to turn on automatically?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, the Turn Off the Lights browser extension allows you to schedule dark mode activation during specific hours, enhancing your viewing experience during the evening.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1700256874729\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does YouTube&#8217;s dark mode apply to all websites?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, YouTube&#8217;s dark mode only applies to the YouTube website. Other websites will not be affected. However, with the free and Open-Source Turn Off the Lights browser extension you can get Dark Mode on all your favorite websites. And you can customize the dark mode theme to your own personal chosen color. That is for the background, text, and hyperlink color.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction YouTube is the go-to platform for streaming videos, but sometimes the default bright interface can strain your eyes, especially in low-light environments. In this article, we will explore how to make YouTube darker in Google Chrome, ensuring a more comfortable and enjoyable viewing experience. 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