How to Enable Dark Mode on YouTube on Android

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YouTube already has a dark theme on its web and iOS apps. Now, dark mode has started to roll out to their Android apps now. This feature helps you keep a better focus on videos while on YouTube and it also gives you a cinematic feel. This wikiHow will help you enable dark mode on your YouTube app in Android.

Steps

Launch the YouTube app on your Android device. Its icon is a white play button on a red background. You can also use the search bar to find the app more easily. Make sure that your YouTube app is up to date - this feature is only available on the latest version of the YouTube app. If it's not updated to the latest version, go to the Google Play Store and update the app.

Tap on your profile icon. It's located in the top-right corner of the app. The “activity” tab will open after you do so.

Tap on the Settings option. You will see the Settings option with a gear icon, under the Turn on Incognito label.

Open the General settings. It will be the first option in the list.

Tap on the Appearance option. It will be the third option on the general settings page. A pop-up screen will show up.

Enable the “Dark theme” feature. Tap on the “Dark theme” option. YouTube's white background will switch to black once you do so.

Finished. Tap on the Dark theme option once again to turn off the feature on your phone. You can enable or disable this feature anytime. Enjoy your favourite videos with better focus!