Wikipedia is rolling out dark mode support
The MediaWiki project is enhancing accessibility by adjusting typography, introducing night mode preferences, and engaging with communities for feedback. Changes aim to improve readability and customization options for all users.
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The MediaWiki project is focusing on improving accessibility for reading by making typographical changes and introducing preferences for night mode. The goal is to enhance readability for all users, including those with specific needs, by increasing the default font size and providing additional settings for typography and night mode preferences. These changes will be available for both logged-in and logged-out users. The decision to modify default typography is based on research findings and accessibility recommendations, aiming to align with WCAG recommendations for font size. Additionally, dark mode will soon be available for logged-in users on all Wikipedias, with a phased deployment plan based on wiki tiers. The project aims to provide a more comfortable reading experience for users, improve readability on both desktop and mobile sites, and allow for customization of typography preferences. The team plans to engage with communities for feedback and testing before implementing changes across all wikis.
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You cannot view a page about electronic circuits with dark mode on as they blend in with the background.
s=document.createElement('style');
s.textContent=`
* {
color: #2c2 !important;
background: #222 !important;
font-family: arial !important;
}
`;
document.head.appendChild(s);
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/dark-reader/eimadpb...
In a broader sense, the whole design of a site could be selectable via the browser. Similar to how CSS Zengarden works:
But with layouts that are stored on the user's computer and applicable to every website.
Dark mode is not as good for your eyes as you believe (wired.com)
One of my old CS teachers would rant about googles evil choice of white background.
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