Like most other apps and services in 2022, YouTube also offers a Dark Mode option that can be easily turned on from the Settings menu. The option of a dark theme is available on both the Android and iOS YouTube mobile apps, as well as the YouTube website for those surfing on their computer or via a mobile web browser. In addition, dark mode is fairly easy to enable and can be done in just a few clicks.
With dark themes becoming much in demand over the past few years, almost all apps now offer the feature. Most of the leading operating systems also offer a system-wide dark mode option, including Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS. While Google added dark mode to Android 10 after being hounded by users for years, Apple introduced the feature in iOS 13 much to the delight of iPhone users everywhere. As YouTube also offers the feature in the app and on the website, users can switch it on with or without OS-level support.
By default, the YouTube app on Android and iOS follows the device's system-wide theme. However, as explained by Google, users can also manually change the theme in the YouTube app or the website. If using the app, open the app and tap on the profile picture in the top-right corner of the screen. Then scroll down to the bottom and select 'Settings.' From here, go to 'General' and toggle on the 'Dark theme' option on the next page. The selection will be saved instantly and the app will turn dark if it wasn't already. The method is identical on Android and iOS, but some Android devices may require the user to select 'Appearance' from the 'General' options before then selecting 'Dark theme.'
Dark Mode On The YouTube Website
To change the theme on the YouTube website, log in to the account and click on the profile picture in the top-right corner. Now select the 'Appearance: Device theme' option in the drop-down menu. To change the theme without signing in, click on the menu button and then hit the 'Appearance' option. By default, the menu option should say 'Appearance: Device theme,' but users will get the option to select 'Dark theme' on the next page. If the option already says 'Appearance: Dark theme,' that means the dark mode setting is already switched on and users won't need to do anything else to always watch YouTube in dark mode.
As with other apps, the dark mode option on YouTube is easy on the eyes and offers a soothing viewing experience, especially in the dark or when watching at night. It is not only better aesthetically, but also reduces screen glare making it better for the eyes. With dark mode allowing users to experience YouTube without straining their eyes , it is worth consider using the method(s) described above to enable the feature on mobile and desktop.
Source: Google