> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.inkwell.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Themes

> Choose from Light, Dark, Sepia, and Midnight themes to customize your writing environment.

Inkwell offers four carefully designed themes plus automatic system matching. Each theme is optimized for different lighting conditions and writing preferences.

## Available Themes

### Light

**Best for**: Bright environments, daytime writing

* Clean white background
* High contrast black text
* Crisp, professional appearance
* Reduces eye strain in well-lit rooms

### Dark

**Best for**: Low-light environments, night writing, OLED screens

* Deep dark background
* Light text for reduced eye strain
* Lower screen brightness
* Popular for late-night writing sessions

### Sepia

**Best for**: Long writing sessions, reduced blue light

* Warm, paper-like beige background
* Softer contrast than Light theme
* Easier on eyes during extended use
* Mimics traditional paper appearance

### Midnight

**Best for**: Complete darkness, minimal distraction

* Pure black background
* Maximum contrast reduction
* True OLED black (saves battery on OLED screens)
* Ultimate focus mode for night owls

### System (Default)

**Best for**: Automatic theme switching

* Matches your macOS/Windows system theme
* Switches between Light and Dark automatically
* Changes with system settings
* Set it and forget it

## Change Your Theme

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Settings">
    Press `Cmd/Ctrl+,` or go to **File → Settings**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select theme">
    Click on your preferred theme from the theme selector
  </Step>

  <Step title="Apply immediately">
    The theme changes instantly—no restart required
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Try **Sepia** for long writing sessions. The warm tones reduce eye fatigue compared to stark white or dark themes.
</Tip>

## Theme Comparison

| Theme        | Background | Text       | Best Time | Eye Strain             |
| ------------ | ---------- | ---------- | --------- | ---------------------- |
| **Light**    | White      | Black      | Day       | Low (bright rooms)     |
| **Dark**     | Dark Gray  | Light Gray | Night     | Low (dark rooms)       |
| **Sepia**    | Beige      | Dark Brown | Anytime   | Lowest (long sessions) |
| **Midnight** | Pure Black | Light Gray | Night     | Medium (very dark)     |
| **System**   | Auto       | Auto       | Always    | Varies                 |

## Choosing the Right Theme

### For Productivity

**Use Light or System**:

* Familiar appearance
* Professional look for screenshots
* Easy to share with others

### For Long Writing Sessions

**Use Sepia**:

* Reduces blue light exposure
* Warm tones are easier on eyes
* Less harsh than pure white

### For Night Writing

**Use Dark or Midnight**:

* Reduces screen brightness
* Less disruptive to sleep patterns
* Easier on eyes in darkness

### For Maximum Focus

**Use Midnight**:

* Eliminates all visual distraction
* Pure black minimizes peripheral awareness
* Combine with Focus Mode for ultimate concentration

## Common Questions

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can I customize theme colors?">
    Not currently. Inkwell's themes are carefully designed for optimal readability and eye comfort. Custom themes may be added in future updates.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Does theme affect printing?">
    No. Your theme only affects the editor appearance. Printed scripts always use standard black text on white paper, regardless of your theme.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Why doesn't System theme work?">
    Make sure your operating system has a dark mode setting. System theme follows macOS (System Preferences → Appearance) or Windows (Settings → Personalization → Colors).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I switch themes mid-session?">
    Yes! Change themes anytime in Settings. Your work is never affected—only the visual appearance changes.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Which theme is best for eyes?">
    **Sepia** is generally easiest on eyes for extended use. But the "best" theme depends on your environment—use Light in bright rooms, Dark/Midnight in dim rooms.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Focus Mode" icon="eye-slash" href="/customization/focus-mode">
    Hide UI elements for distraction-free writing
  </Card>

  <Card title="Typewriter Mode" icon="keyboard" href="/customization/typewriter-mode">
    Keep cursor centered while you type
  </Card>

  <Card title="Zoom Controls" icon="magnifying-glass" href="/customization/zoom-controls">
    Adjust text size for comfort
  </Card>

  <Card title="Keyboard Shortcuts" icon="keyboard" href="/reference/keyboard-shortcuts">
    Learn all Inkwell shortcuts
  </Card>
</CardGroup>