Microsoft's buggy 'Dark Mode' feature might finally reach its potential in upcoming Windows 11 updates, targeting traditional and frequently used applications.
Dark Mode With Windows 11 Might Drop In Traditional Apps Soon, Pushing Out a Well-Desired Feature
Well, one of the reasons why I am a fan of macOS over Windows is likely the integration of "Dark Mode" elements across Apple devices. Microsoft pushed out a dark mode a few years ago for their OS, but it was a subpar implementation, with the feature being specific to core system interfaces such as Settings, Start Menu, and Taskbar. However, many of the apps used daily by millions of consumers didn't have a full-fledged dark mode integration; however, improvements are being made. A post on X by @phantomofearth shows that File Explorer is getting the dark mode treatment.
In Windows 11 build 26100.5061, dialog boxes around File Explorer show buttons getting a darker UI after the Dark Mode is toggled; however, there is still much work to be done. More importantly, Microsoft has been focusing on several 'quality of life' improvements with Windows in recent times, particularly with AI-oriented features such as an AI agent within the Settings section and AI-powered context-sensitive suggestions. Work is being made towards improving the consumer experience, but the OS still lags behind its competitors in several aspects.
Based on images shared around the latest Windows 11 build, dark mode changes could affect a wide range of operations within the File Explorer. These include pop-ups when emptying the recycle bin, opening files such as compressed folders, and the warning when showing "not enough disk space."
For now, we request that Microsoft speed up dark mode integration across all legacy apps on the OS, considering that macOS, ChromeOS, and even Ubuntu have complete implementations up and running. The recent changes with File Explorer do look buggy for now, which implies that the feature will take a long time before full-scale rollout, likely within the 25H2 window.
About the author: Muhammad Zuhair is a hardware and technology reporter for Wccftech, specializing in the semiconductor industry and the complex interplay between technology, manufacturing, and geopolitics. His coverage focuses on the corporate strategies and technological roadmaps of industry giants like TSMC, NVIDIA, Samsung, and Intel. Zuhair's expertise lies in deconstructing complex topics such as fabrication nodes (e.g., 2nm process), the economic impact of policies like the CHIPS Act, and the strategic development of AI infrastructure from NVIDIA, AMD and Intel.
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