How to Activate Dark Mode on macOS Sierra

This step-by-step guide explains how to activating dark mode on macOS sierra. It covers the required setup, the main actions, and the checks that help prevent common problems.

Some points to note:

• When Dark Mode is activated, the Dock background will turn dark.
• Menu dropdown on Menu bar on macOS will turn dark.
• Currently only Apple's own apps support Dark Mode on the Menu bar.
• Dark Mode has no effect on other parts of the macOS interface.

1. Steps to Activate Dark Mode on macOS Sierra

To enable Dark Mode on macOS Sierra, follow the steps below:

Step 1

Start by accessing System Preferences .

Step 2

Next select General .

Step 3

On the General window, select the option Use Dark Menu Bar and Dock .

2. Disable Dark Mode on macOS Sierra

To disable Dark Mode, follow the steps below:

Step 1

Access System Preferences => General .

Step 2

On the General window, leave the Use Dark Menu Bar and Dock Option unchecked.

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