JAKARTA - After going through several stages of testing, WhatsApp finally presents the dark mode feature in its instant messaging application. This feature can be applied to all Android and iOS users.
Rumors of dark mode on WhatsApp have long been awaited by users of this instant messaging service. Moreover, dark mode has become a popular trend in a number of social media applications.
"Dark mode on WhatsApp is already here. Probably one of the most requested features," wrote Mark Zuckerberg in his Facebook post.
WhatsApp dark mode can be used for operating system users (iOS) 13 and Android 9-10. WhatsApp provides a little difference between the dark mode feature on iOS and Android.
The difference is that the dark theme of WhatsApp will mostly be solid black on iOS devices, while on Android it will be dark gray. The presence of this feature is expected to reduce the user's eye strain in environments with minimal lighting.
"We are very pleased to update WhatsApp with the most requested feature of our users anywhere, dark mode. When designing dark mode, we spent time researching and experimenting with a focus on two specific aspects," said a WhatsApp spokesperson in an official statement such as quoted from The Verge.
It is known that the two aspects, including color selection, can minimize eye fatigue and approach the system settings on the iPhone and Android. Second, so that users can easily focus on each screen have selected colors and design elements, to make sure the most important information stands out.
To activate the dark mode feature on WhatsApp, users can follow the steps below. But first make sure your WhatsApp application has been updated to a newer version.
Next, open the WhatsApp application, then select the dot icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Select the "Settings" menu, then select the "Chats" section and enter the Theme or theme menu. There are two setting options, the first is "Light" normal display setting. And second, "Dark" for a dark look.
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