How to turn on dark mode in Gmail
Switch Gmail to dark mode on a computer, iPhone or Android, and what to do when emails still show up white.
On a computer
- Click the gear at the top right.
- Under Theme, click View all.
- Pick Dark and click Save.
On an iPhone
Open the Gmail app, tap the menu, then Settings, then Theme, and choose Dark. System default follows your iPhone's setting.
On Android
Gmail app, menu, Settings, General settings, Theme, then Dark.
Why some emails stay white
Newsletters and designed emails often set their own white background. Gmail darkens what it can, but it does not repaint images or some layouts. That is the sender's design, not a setting you missed.
Dark mode in Perfect Mail
Click Theme and choose Light, Dark or System. System follows your Mac or iPhone and switches at night on its own.