Tired of the bright white background on Facebook? Switching to dark mode gives your feed a modern, elegant look that’s also easier on your eyes. It’s one of the most requested features — and the best part is, it takes seconds to turn on. In this video, I show exactly how to change your Facebook color scheme quickly using desktop and mobile.

Dark mode replaces Facebook’s light theme with deep grays and blacks, reducing glare and saving battery on mobile devices. Here’s how to enable it:

On Desktop:

  1. Click your profile icon in the top-right corner.

  2. Select Display & Accessibility from the dropdown.

  3. Under the “Dark Mode” section, toggle the switch to On.

Facebook instantly changes appearance — no refresh required.

On Mobile (iOS or Android):

  1. Open the Facebook app.

  2. Tap the menu icon (☰).

  3. Scroll to Settings & Privacy → Dark Mode.

  4. Choose On, Off, or System (which follows your phone’s theme).

Why Use Dark Mode?

  • Eye comfort: Easier to browse at night or in low light.

  • Battery life: OLED screens use less power displaying black pixels.

  • Aesthetic appeal: Many people prefer its cleaner, cinematic look.

You can switch back anytime using the same steps.

Pro Tip: Dark mode also applies to Facebook Messenger — go into the Messenger app, tap your profile photo, and turn it on under Preferences.

This simple visual tweak makes Facebook more enjoyable to use, especially if you spend a lot of time browsing or managing pages. I switched all my accounts to dark mode months ago, and it’s made scrolling noticeably easier on my eyes.

A quick toggle, a smoother look, and a more relaxing browsing experience — dark mode is one change you’ll never want to undo.