How to Turn on and off Dark Mode on Microsoft Word (web version)
While every eyesight differs, one point we can all agree on is that spending long hours staring at bright screens can negatively affect our eyes. According to research conducted by the National Library of Medicine, prolonged exposure to bright screens contributes to visual fatigue, resulting in headaches, dry eyes, and blurred vision. Hence, the need for a dark, less straining screen option— Dark Mode.
Microsoft Word offers a built-in Dark Mode feature that helps reduce eye strain by dimming the interface. Not only does it make working on your documents more comfortable during late-night sessions, but can also help conserve battery life on devices with screens.
Technically, the desktop version is more complex than the web version, which can be turned on and off with just a click.
To get you started, here's how you can easily turn on Dark Mode in Word on Web.