How to Enable Dark Mode in Microsoft Office

Dark mode in Microsoft Office helps reduce eye strain and makes working on a computer more comfortable, especially in low-light environments. Activating dark mode is easy and is supported by all main Office programs, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Step 1: Open Account Settings

To turn on dark mode, open any Microsoft Office application (like Word or Excel) and follow these steps:

  • Click on File in the top left corner.
  • Select Account from the left menu.

Step 2: Choose the Office Theme

In the account settings page, look for the Office Theme section. Choose Dark Gray or Black from the dropdown menu to activate dark mode.

Alternative Method: Program Settings

You can also activate dark mode via Options:

  1. Open the File menu.
  2. Go to Options, then open the General tab.
  3. Find the Personalize your copy of Microsoft Office section and select the desired theme in the Office Theme dropdown.

Tips for Using Dark Mode

Dark mode can help reduce eye strain but might take some time to get used to. If you decide you prefer the light mode, you can switch back anytime by following the same steps and choosing Colorful or White in the theme options.