Notepad++ Dark Theme: A Step-by-Step Guide to Customizing Your Text Editor

When it comes to customizing your text editor, Notepad++ themes are available to help you achieve the perfect look and feel for your work. One of the most popular and requested features is the dark mode theme. In this article, we'll show you how to change the theme in Notepad++ and explore some additional options to customize your text editor.

Enabling Dark Mode

To enable dark mode in Notepad++, follow these simple steps:

1. Open Notepad++ and click on the gear icon in the upper right corner.

2. From the drop-down menu, select 'Settings' to access the settings window.

3. Scroll down to the 'Appearance' section and check the box next to 'Dark Theme'.

4. Click 'OK' to apply the changes.

If you're running Windows 11, you can also enable dark mode or a dark theme by going to Settings > Personalization > Colors > Choose your color scheme > Dark. This will change the overall appearance of Notepad++ to a darker theme.

Finding and Installing Other Themes

Notepad++ comes with a few different themes out of the box, but you can also find and install other themes to suit your taste. You can search for additional themes online or use third-party websites that offer custom Notepad++ themes.

To install a new theme, follow these steps:

1. Download the theme file (usually a ZIP file) from the website.

2. Extract the theme file to a folder on your computer.

3. Open Notepad++ and go to 'Settings' > 'Theme'.

4. Click on 'Open Theme' and select the folder where you extracted the theme file.

5. Select the theme you want to install and click 'Apply'.

Tips and Tricks

Here are some additional tips and tricks for customizing your Notepad++:

* To revert back to the original light mode, simply select the 'Light' option in the light mode menu.

* If you're unable to use dark mode in Notepad++, check the instructions in Method 2 (scroll down to see them).

* You can also change the App theme by going to Settings > Personalization > Colors > Choose your color scheme.

In conclusion, changing the theme in Notepad++ is a simple process that can greatly enhance your text editing experience. With these steps, you should be able to enable dark mode or install other custom themes to suit your taste. Remember to check out Method 2 for additional instructions if you're having trouble enabling dark mode. Happy coding!

Notepad++ dark theme.