The dark theme has become increasingly popular in recent years. With the widespread availability of night mode on digital devices and the ability to customize the look and feel of digital environments, users are taking advantage of the opportunity to switch their color palette from light to dark.

Jira, one of the world's leading software development tracking and project management services, has now jumped aboard the dark mode trend. ActivityTimeline also has added a dark mode feature for user convenience.

This article will review the advantages of this feature, cover how to enable this mode, and how set a dark theme in ActivityTimeline in a few clicks!

Why use Dark Mode?

Previously users could get the dark mode for Jira only with the browser extension, so the introduction of dark mode is a welcome upgrade, as the ability to switch from a light to a dark color palette can make a significant difference in user experience and can reduce eye strain.

Such features provide users the ability to customize their workspace to provide a more relaxed, backlit environment.

When you switch to dark mode, the primary interface changes color from light gray to black, while most text changes to white. Navigational elements are also easier to differentiate when dark mode is selected.

In addition, certain icons and images on the main page are easier to identify in dark mode. Aside from the improved readability and clearer contrasts for the user, dark mode is beneficial for the ecosystem of Jira and ActivityTimeline as it can help conserve battery power. It does this by limiting the amount of light that's emitted from the display, allowing for more efficient battery life.  

Users can now toggle between light and dark themes, making it easier to make workspaces comfortable for both working hours and leisure time.

With darkened accents and graphics, users can create an environment that looks and feels more natural and comfortable while also receiving the benefits of eye fatigue reduction and battery life improvement. It is an update that everyone should take advantage of.

How to Enable Dark Mode?

It’s easy to enable dark mode. Users can easily switch between color palettes in their "Settings" menu.

To activate the feature, proceed with the following steps:

1. Log into your Jira account

2. Navigate to the “Settings"

3. Choose the "Theme" section, and choose "Dark."

Once this is done, the entire user interface of the application will transform the interface.

This is entirely reversible, as users have 4 theme options for the computer screen: Light Mode, Dark Mode, Original Mode, and Match system. You can disable the feature by navigating back to the same section and selecting the “Light Mode” option, or others.

Dark Theme in ActivityTimeline

ActivityTimeline for Jira has also provided the night mode feature for its users, as there are a lot of fans of the dark reader mode.

The Default View:

The Dark View:

You can enjoy the Planning Dashboard view with this theme applied, all of the projects with tasks, as well as user timelines with ongoing and future activities. The color palette is diverse, and you can see every needed detail in the laconic night eye style.

This feature is available for Jira Cloud, Jira Data Center, and Jira Server. You can switch from the default Light theme in the “My Account” configuration page.

Enable Dark Mode in ActivityTimeline

You can turn on the Dark Theme in ActivityTimeline app on the “My Account” page:

1. Find the drop-down menu in the up-left corner

2. Click on the “My Account” section

3. On the “My Account” page user will find three mode options:

• Light Mode
• Dark Mode
• and Auto Mode, which will automatically switch your mode in the app to a dark or light one, depending on the theme of your Jira Cloud.

Note that Auto Mode is available for Jira Cloud only. Jira Data Center/Server users can manually choose either Light or Dark theme in ActivityTimeline Configuration → My Account Menu.

4. Click on the “Dark Mode” button and the new theme will be applied immediately.

The Dark Theme will be applied to all ActivityTimeline Modules: Plan, Work, Track, and Report.

The app's personal workspace for every user also provides a comprehensive overview of tasks and projects with a new color scheme:

Timesheet reports also look great:

Reporting section offers various detailed reports in comfortable color theme as well:

Conclusion

Dark Mode in Jira and ActivityTimeline is a simple yet powerful addition to enhance the experience of both casual and expert users. This new feature makes the user interface easier to read and helps reduce eye strain for longer sessions.

Furthermore, it provides a much more modern and clean look with a distinct aesthetic. The improved usability and design make it a great choice for any user looking to take advantage of the power of both tools.