Dark mode has become popular for websites and apps due to aesthetics and readability reasons.
Implementing a color scheme switch in web applications can enhance user experience.
Create separate .css files with CSS variables for each color scheme like background-color and text-color.
Use CSS variables in your styles and leverage prefers-color-scheme media feature to switch between light and dark modes.
Ensure a smooth transition by adding the transition property to elements affected by the color scheme change.
Consider fallback solutions for browsers that do not support prefers-color-scheme, such as injecting default scheme variables or using JavaScript checks.
Provide manual color scheme switching options for users, including light, dark, and auto modes.
Implement color scheme switch controls and save user preferences using local storage.
Manage color scheme changes dynamically by updating CSS media content based on user selections.
Handle potential issues like Flash of Inaccurate Color Theme by optimizing script placement to avoid impacting UX.