WhatsApp is rolling out dark mode to beta users on Android
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Great news for WhatsApp users: developers are finally adding a dark mode to the Android app. The downside is that it’s only available for beta users, which means it will take at least one more week for the new feature to be rolled out to everyone.
The folks at Wabetainfo learned recently that the latest version of WhatsApp submitted by developers through the Google Play Beta Program contains one important new feature – the long-awaited dark theme.
If you’re a beta tester, you must update WhatsApp to version 2.20.13 or newer in order to see the new dark mode. It’s possible that you won’t be seeing the new feature even after updating to this specific version.
In that case, you can back up your chat history if you think it’s necessary, uninstall the app and then reinstall it. This way the app will download the most recent software from the server, so you’ll most likely be able to start using the new dark mode.
The new Dark Theme option appears in the WhatsApp Settings / Chats. You have three choices under Theme: Light, Dark and Set by Battery Saver. If you choose the latter, WhatsApp will automatically switch between light and dark themes according to your Battery Saver settings.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific version of WhatsApp do beta testers need to have to access the new dark mode?
Which specific version of WhatsApp do beta testers need to have to access the new dark mode?
Beta testers must update WhatsApp to version 2.20.13 or newer to see the new dark mode. If it doesn't appear, reinstalling the app might ensure the latest software is downloaded from the server.
Q.How long will users who are not part of the beta programme have to wait for the dark mode?
How long will users who are not part of the beta programme have to wait for the dark mode?
For those not installing beta software, the dark theme will probably arrive by the end of the month. This is an estimate, so users should check for new WhatsApp updates in the coming weeks.
Q.Where can users find the new dark mode option within the WhatsApp application settings?
Where can users find the new dark mode option within the WhatsApp application settings?
The new Dark Theme option appears in the WhatsApp Settings under the Chats section. Users can choose between Light, Dark, or Set by Battery Saver for their preferred theme.