- You can make Gmail display in dark mode on your Android device via the Gmail app’s settings menu.
- You should know, however, that the dark mode feature is only available for Android devices with version Q or later.
- Here’s what you’ll need to do to set your Gmail app to dark mode on an Android.
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The glare of a bright phone screen can be quite annoying, and even a bit painful, when you’re trying to read your emails at night.
For Android users with version Q or later, there’s a simple solution: dark mode.
It changes the main background color of your email app to a muted black, which makes it a lot easier on the eyes.
Here’s how to enable it.
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How to make Gmail display in dark mode on your Android
This process should only take a minute or so to complete:
1. Open the Gmail app on your Android phone and log in, if needed.
2. Select the three stacked lines and then select "Settings."
3. Tap "General Settings." Select your account.
4. Select "Theme."
5. Set the theme to "Dark."
Your Gmail app will then appear in dark mode, but you can always go back into your app settings to switch it back off if you want.
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