You can now read Outlook desktop app messages in dark mode

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Updated onDecember 12, 2019

updated onDecember 12, 2019

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Microsoft has finally integrated dark mode inOffice 2019 Edition. You can now enable dark mode in your desktop Outlook app.

The Dark mode feature was previously available to Outlook UWP app and Outlook Web appusers. Microsoft confirmed that the feature is now available to Microsoft Officeuserswho are runningOffice2019 andOffice 365on their systems.

The desktop application informs theuserabout the change in the form of a pop-up note when you open theOfficeapp.

In Black Theme you can now read your messages with a dark background.

The change was identified and then shared by a WindowsuserFlorian B on his Twitter account.

Après Outlook web & Outlook UWP, Outlook 365/2019 (bureau) peut afficher les messages sur fond noir.pic.twitter.com/lUF9Kqy97a

— Florian (@flobo09)April 7, 2019

When anotheruserinquired about the build, Florian responded by sharing more screenshots and adding this was an internal dogfood build. He further added that the build would be available to Fast Ring insiders starting May 15.

Its an internal (dogfood) build, should be in fast next week.pic.twitter.com/uwCsnJb6XE

— Florian (@flobo09)April 8, 2019

It seems like Windowsusersare big fans of the dark theme, that is the reason Microsoft is expanding the dark theme to other applications. The company recently introduceddark mode to File Explorerto comply with the built-in dark mode ofWindows 10.

Additionally, dark mode support isalso available on Google Chrome.

The built-in dark mode basically adds a shadow effect to each and everyUIcomponent. Text and icons on your screen are changed to lighter colors and your windows are turned to black.

This feature is perfect foruserswho like contrasting appearance and enjoy working with darkerUItones.

If you are not a dark mode fan and you want to switch between both modes from time to time, there is an option for you as well. Similar to the UWP appusers, you can use the Sun and Moon button to switch from dark to light and light to dark mode as per your requirements.

All the Office 2019usersout there! Are you excited about the new dark mode? Let us know in the comments below.

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