codex - 💡(How to fix) Fix Codex desktop app: add dark mode / follow system appearance [3 comments, 2 participants]

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What variant of Codex are you using?

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What feature would you like to see?

Title: Codex desktop app: add dark mode / follow system appearance

Request

Please add dark mode support to the Codex desktop app, ideally with an Appearance setting for:

  • System
  • Light
  • Dark

Why

Most of my development environment is dark themed. When I switch from my editor, terminal, browser, or other dev tools into Codex, the bright app surface is jarring and uncomfortable during longer work sessions.

It would be especially helpful for late-night use and for users with light sensitivity.

Expected behavior

Codex should either follow the operating system appearance automatically or allow the user to choose dark mode manually.

Current behavior

I do not see a dark mode/theme option in Codex desktop app settings.

Additional information

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TL;DR

The Codex desktop app should be updated to include a dark mode option in its settings to improve user experience.

Guidance

  • The request is for a feature addition, specifically to include dark mode support with an Appearance setting that allows users to choose between System, Light, and Dark themes.
  • To mitigate the current issue, users could consider using a third-party tool or plugin that forces dark mode on applications, if available.
  • Developers could start by researching existing dark mode implementations in similar desktop applications to understand the design and technical requirements.
  • A potential approach could involve adding a theme selection option to the Codex settings menu, which toggles the application's color scheme accordingly.

Notes

The implementation details of adding dark mode support are not provided, and the feasibility of this feature depends on the Codex app's underlying architecture and technology stack.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Until the feature is officially added, users may need to rely on external solutions or adjustments to their operating system's display settings to reduce eye strain.

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Codex should either follow the operating system appearance automatically or allow the user to choose dark mode manually.

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