How to Enable Dark Mode on Binance App? Night Mode Settings

Lying in bed at night watching Binance market trends, the screen can be glaring and particularly uncomfortable. Actually, the Binance app has a dark mode (also known as night mode), and once turned on, the entire app background will change to a dark tone, with text turning light. It looks much more comfortable and saves more power (especially noticeable on OLED screens). This article will teach you how to turn on and set up dark mode. Before operating, please ensure you have registered an account through the Binance official website and installed the latest version of the Binance official app. For Apple users, you can check the iOS installation guide for the installation method.

What is Dark Mode?

Dark mode is simply switching the app's interface color scheme from "light background + dark text" to "dark background + light text".

Benefits of Dark Mode

• Reduces eye strain: In low-light environments, a dark background screen is much less glaring.
• Saves battery: For phones using OLED/AMOLED screens, displaying black pixels in dark mode requires no power, which significantly reduces battery consumption.
• Extends screen lifespan: Displaying high-brightness white for a long time on OLED screens can cause burn-in. Dark mode helps mitigate this issue.
• Looks cooler: Many people feel that a dark interface looks more tech-savvy.
• Doesn't disturb others: The light from a dark interface is softer when looking at your phone at night, making it less likely to disturb those around you.

Differences Between Dark Mode and Light Mode

Enabling Dark Mode in the Binance App

Method 1: In-App Settings

This is the most direct method:

1. Open the Binance app
2. Tap the avatar icon in the top left corner (or the user center entrance)
3. Enter the user center page
4. Find "Settings" or the gear icon
5. In the settings page, look for "Appearance", "Theme", "Display Mode", or similar options
6. You will see three options:
   • Light Mode: The traditional white background
   • Dark Mode: Black/dark background
   • System: Automatically follows your phone's system settings
7. Select "Dark Mode" or "System"
8. It takes effect immediately, no need to restart the app

Method 2: Quick Toggle

Some versions of the Binance app provide a quick toggle method:

• There might be a sun/moon icon at the top of the user center page
• Tap it once to toggle between dark and light modes
• It is very convenient and doesn't require entering the settings page

Method 3: Follow Phone System

If you want the Binance app's dark mode to automatically switch according to your phone's system settings:

Setting up system dark mode on iPhone:

1. Open "Settings"
2. Tap "Display & Brightness"
3. Select "Dark" appearance
4. Or turn on "Automatic" and set a schedule (e.g., automatically switch from sunset to sunrise)

Setting up system dark mode on Android phones:

1. Open "Settings"
2. Find "Display" or "Display & Brightness"
3. Find "Dark Theme" or "Dark Mode"
4. Turn it on
5. Some phones support automatic scheduled switching

Then select "System" in the Binance app, and the app will automatically switch light and dark modes along with your phone system.

Candlestick Chart Display in Dark Mode

Many people worry whether candlestick charts will be unclear after turning on dark mode. Rest assured, Binance's dark mode has specifically adapted the candlestick charts:

How Candlestick Charts Look in Dark Mode

• Background becomes dark: The candlestick chart background changes from white to dark.
• Candle colors remain: The colors for rising (green) and falling (red) are unaffected.
• Grid lines become lighter: Coordinate grid lines change to a lighter color so they aren't too intrusive.
• Technical indicators are clear: Colors for technical indicators like MA, MACD, and RSI are equally clear on a dark background.
• Volume bar charts are normal: The volume chart at the bottom displays normally.

In fact, many professional traders prefer the candlestick charts in dark mode because the dark background highlights the colors of the candles and indicator lines better, making them look clearer.

Can Candlestick Chart Colors be Customized?

The Binance app allows you to customize certain color settings for candlestick charts:

1. Enter the candlestick chart page for any trading pair
2. Find the settings button (usually a gear icon)
3. You can adjust the rise and fall colors (some users are used to red for rising and green for falling)
4. Some settings may only be modifiable in Pro mode

Some Detailed Settings for Dark Mode

Rise and Fall Color Settings

Binance's default rise and fall colors are:

• Rise = Green
• Fall = Red

However, Chinese users are accustomed to red for rising and green for falling. You can change this in the settings:

1. Enter the App settings
2. Find "Color Preference" or "Rise/Fall Colors"
3. Switch to the color scheme you are used to

This setting has nothing to do with dark mode, but adjusting the rise/fall colors while in dark mode provides a better overall chart-reading experience.

Brightness Adjustment

After turning on dark mode, it is recommended to adjust your phone's brightness accordingly:

• Daytime outdoors: Dark mode might not be very suitable, as the glare on a dark screen under the sun can make it hard to read.
• Nighttime indoors: Dark mode + appropriately lowered brightness is best for protecting your eyes.
• Completely dark environments: Dark mode + lowest brightness.

Using with Eye Protection Mode

Many phones also feature an "Eye Protection Mode" (also known as a blue light filter) which can be used together with dark mode:

Apple iPhone:

1. Settings → Display & Brightness → Night Shift
2. You can schedule it to turn on
3. Adjust the color temperature to be warmer

Android Phones:

1. Settings → Display → Eye Comfort Shield
2. When turned on, the screen takes on a yellowish tint
3. Reduces blue light irritation to the eyes

Dark Mode + Eye Protection Mode + Appropriate Brightness = The best combination for viewing markets at night.

Dark Mode Effects on Different Pages

Home Page

Under dark mode, the home page background turns dark, and buttons and icons for various functional entrances will have slight color adjustments to ensure readability. Overall, it looks very harmonious.

Markets Page

On the market list with a dark background, the percentage numbers for gains (green) and losses (red) are actually more striking. Coin names and price information are clearly readable.

Trading Page

The buy and sell buttons on the trading page remain eye-catching green and red in dark mode and won't become unclear due to the darkened background.

P2P Trading Page

The merchant list, chat window, and other elements on the P2P page have all been adapted for dark mode, with text and buttons clearly readable.

Assets Page

Your asset balances are equally clear on a dark background. Pie charts and other charts have also been adapted for dark mode.

Potential Issues in Dark Mode

Some Pages Might Not Be Adapted for Dark Mode

Most pages in the Binance app are adapted for dark mode, but occasionally, individual newly launched feature pages might not be adapted in time, causing parts of the area to still have a white background in dark mode. In this case:

• Waiting for an app update usually resolves it
• It does not affect the usage of functions
• If it heavily affects your experience, you can temporarily switch to light mode

Issues When Sharing Screenshots

When sharing screenshots taken in dark mode with someone else, if they aren't using dark mode, they might find the screenshot looks a bit strange. This is purely a visual difference and has no practical impact.

Some Pop-ups Might Not Be Adapted

Certain pop-ups and dialog boxes within the app might still have a light background. This is a relatively common minor issue that doesn't affect usage.

How Much Battery Does It Actually Save?

The power-saving effect of dark mode depends on your phone's screen type:

OLED/AMOLED Screens

• The power-saving effect is obvious
• Dark mode can save 15-30% of screen power consumption
• Pixels emit no light at all when displaying pure black
• Most mid-to-high-end phones use this type of screen

LCD Screens

• The power-saving effect is not obvious
• The backlight of an LCD screen lights up the whole panel, so power consumption is roughly the same regardless of what color is displayed
• Some low-end phones and older models use this type of screen

How to Know What Screen Your Phone Has

• Look at a completely black picture: OLED screens show pure black (as if the screen is off), while LCDs will have a slight grayish light bleed
• Check your phone's official specifications for the screen type
• Generally speaking, mid-to-high-end phones in recent years are almost all OLED screens

FAQ

Will dark mode affect trading functions?

No. Dark mode only changes the interface's color scheme, and all functions remain exactly the same as in light mode. Placing orders, viewing markets, transferring funds, and other operations are completely unaffected.

Can I set it to switch automatically on a schedule?

Yes. Select the "System" mode in the Binance app, and then set the automatic switching time for dark mode in your phone's system (for example, automatically enter dark mode from 8 PM to 7 AM).

What if the rise and fall colors change in dark mode?

The rise and fall colors will not change because of dark mode. If you feel the colors look wrong, you might have accidentally changed the rise/fall color settings. Go into Settings → Color Preference to check.

Why doesn't my Binance app have a dark mode option?

Your app version might be too old. Please update to the latest version and check again. Dark mode is a basic feature of the Binance app, and all newer versions support it.

Are screenshots taken in dark mode clear to others?

Yes. Screenshots taken in dark mode can be viewed normally on any device. The visual effect is just different from light mode, but the information is exactly the same.

Do I need to log in again after switching modes?

No. Switching between dark and light modes takes effect immediately and does not require you to log in again or restart the app.