UX Podcast Dark mode
Jan 2, 2025
Explore the fascinating world of dark mode and its impact on user experience and accessibility. Discover the benefits like reduced eye strain and battery savings, along with the challenges it poses for designers. Learn about European accessibility regulations and the necessity to respect user preferences in design choices. Delve into the intricacies of crafting logos for dual modes and the importance of high contrast options. This discussion emphasizes the balance between aesthetic appeal and functionality in modern web design.
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User Preferences
- The European standard EN 301 549 requires respecting user preferences, including dark mode.
- Websites must adhere to inherited choices, creating design challenges.
Testing Dark Mode
- Simple CSS fixes for dark mode exist, but thorough testing is crucial.
- Context matters, and quick fixes might not always be suitable.
One-Line Dark Mode
- James Royal-Lawson experimented with a one-line CSS filter (invert one) for dark mode.
- It worked surprisingly well, even inverting images, but wasn't a perfect solution.