How to Enable Dark Mode in Google Chrome on Android

Google Chrome’s dark mode on Android has become a favorite feature for many users due to its comfort during nighttime browsing and its ability to reduce eye strain. Additionally, dark mode can help save battery life on devices with OLED screens. Let’s go through the steps to enable dark mode in Chrome on your Android device.

Step 1: Open Google Chrome Settings

First, open the Google Chrome app on your Android device. Tap the three dots icon in the top right corner to open the menu.

Step 2: Go to the “Settings” Menu

In the dropdown menu, select “Settings”. Scroll down in the settings menu until you find the “Theme” section.

Step 3: Choose the Dark Theme

Tap on the “Theme” option, where you’ll see three choices:

  • Light — Standard theme with a white background;
  • Dark — Black background with light text;
  • System Default — Chrome follows the theme set in your Android system settings.

Select “Dark” to enable dark mode.

Alternative Method: Enable Dark Mode via Chrome Flags

If you don’t see the “Theme” option in your settings, you can enable dark mode using Chrome Flags. To do this:

  1. Type chrome://flags in the address bar and hit “Enter”.
  2. Search for “dark mode” using the search box on the page.
  3. Enable the “Force Dark Mode for Web Contents” flag by selecting “Enabled”.
  4. Restart your browser to apply the changes.