1. Reduced eye strain. A study in Applied Ergonomics found that dark backgrounds are easier on the eyes, especially in low light. Unlike bright white screens, dark mode reduces glare and discomfort during extended use.

2. Improved focus. Dark mode is often perceived as cleaner and more minimalistic, helping users to focus better on the content at hand. This can be particularly useful in professional environments, coding platforms, and productivity apps.

3. Enhanced battery efficiency. On OLED screens, where each pixel emits its own light and black pixels are turned off, dark mode can be much more efficient. Tests show up to 30% more battery life, and even up to 63% on OLED displays.

At Smart Works International, we implement these best practices in our designs. For example, our websites feature an Accessibility Tool that allows users to toggle dark mode across pages. This flexibility ensures that users have a seamless and comfortable experience, regardless of how or when they browse.

Take a look at how we implemented this for one of our client websites .

Designing for both dark and light modes is quickly becoming best practice in web and app development. CareerFoundry notes that flexible, responsive UI designs that adapt to different viewing conditions lead to higher engagement and retention rates.

Get Dark Mode Done Right with Smart Works

At Smart Works International, we don’t just follow trends—we strategize around them. Whether you’re building a website, revamping a mobile app, or running a digital marketing campaign, we help you create interfaces that look good and work well in any mode.

Our team builds adaptive designs that support both dark and light themes, ensuring optimal readability, accessibility, and visual impact, regardless of the setting your users choose.