If you notice that the font color remains black and unreadable after you switch to Dark Mode on your Windows 11/10 computer, then this post may help you. After the switch, fonts are supposed to go white, but in rare situations, they do not. It’s likely that the transition to dark mode is incomplete, system file corruption, or maybe it is some bug causing this issue.
Windows 11/10 Dark Mode Font color remains Black
If Dark Mode in Windows makes fonts unreadable, due to black text and the font color continues to remain black, here are a few ideas you could try to fix the issue:
- Preliminary fixes
- Repair your system image files
- Change the Accent Color to Automatic
- Check the issue in a Clean Boot state
Below, we have explained all these fixes in detail.
1] Preliminary fixes
Before proceeding, try some fixes and see if they help. Do the following:
- Restart Windows Explorer and see if it helps. Sometimes, problems occur due to a minor glitch. In such cases, restarting the Windows Explorer can fix the issue. You can do so via the Task Manager.
- Disable and re-enable the Dark Mode and see if it brings any changes. Open your system settings and switch from Dark Mode to Light Mode and vice versa.
- You can also try to change the folder view. For this, right-click inside any folder and select View. Now, select different view modes.
- Ensure that the latest WIndows OS build is installed on your system. Open Windows 11/10 Settings and go to the Windows Update page. Now, click on the Check for updates button. If an update is available, install it manually.
2] Repair your system image files
If the above fixes do not help, proceed to further troubleshooting. Corrupt system image files can also cause such problems. We suggest you repair your system image files and see if it helps. For this, you can use built-in tools in your Windows 11/10 computer. Run System File Checker and DISM tools to repair the corrupted system image files.
3] Change the Accent Color to Automatic
The next thing you can try is changing the Accent Color in Windows 11/10 Settings. Open Windows 11/10 Settings and go to Personalization > Colors. Click on the Accent color drop-down and select Automatic.
4] Check the issue in a Clean Boot state
This problem might be caused by a third-party background application or service. You can check this in the Clean Boot state. Start your system in a Clean Boot state and see if the problem persists. If the issue does not persist in the Clean Boot state, a third-party background application or service is responsible for this problem.
Now, you need to identify that problematic third-party background application or service. Once you find it, check for an update on its official website. If you do not use that application, you can uninstall it.
You can try them in no particular order and see which works for you.
I hope one of these suggestions helps you. If you have any other ideas, do share them in the comments.
Dark Mode is a setting that turns your bright white screen darker. This means most of your Windows apps and features will have white text against a black or gray background. This makes it a lot easier to read and is said to help with concentration. A study by Google found that you’ll use 60% less energy on a device with Dark Mode enabled.
You can use the Dark Mode feature on your laptop or desktop in several ways. The feature can be rolled out across the entire user interface, on all apps, on specific apps only, and even on web pages.
Is Dark Mode good for the eyes?
The dark mode is good for the eyes because it reduces the screen reflection. A dark background has less glare than a light background. That’s why dark mode is good for the eyes. However, it also depends on the lighting condition. The dark mode is usually preferred in low-light conditions or at night. If you use dark mode in bright light conditions, it may put more strain on your eyes.
Why is the font pixelated in Windows?
There can be many reasons why fonts appear pixelated in Windows, such as outdated or corrupted graphics card drivers, incorrect display resolution or scaling, etc. If the font appears pixelated on an external monitor, the problem may be associated with the cable connecting the display and the monitor.
TIP: This post will show you how to automatically switch between the Dark and Light themes with Windows Auto-Night Mode.
