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Key Highlights
- iOS: Launch the Coursera app → Go to Explore section → Tap the Profile option → Click the Settings icon → Select the Dark Mode toggle in Appearance Menu.
- Android: Turn on the Dark Theme on the smartphone’s settings to get the dark mode.
- Browser: Use any of the dark mode extensions to get the dark theme on the Coursera website.
Coursera is an online-based course provider that offers courses on various subjects and provides certifications. If you are using the Coursera app or website throughout the day and night, your visual health will be ruined. To avoid this issue, you can enable the dark mode on the Coursera app to reduce the blue light emitted from the screen.
Coursera Dark Mode on Smartphone
The Coursera app is available for both iPhones and Android devices. But, the dedicated Dark Theme is available only on the iOS app. In the Android app, you need to use the device display settings to get the Dark Theme.
On iOS
[1]. On your iPhone or iPad, navigate to the Apps Section and open the Coursera app.
[2]. If asked, sign in to your account.
[3]. From the Explore (home) page, click on the Profile icon at the bottom right corner.
[4]. Next, tap on the Settings cogwheel icon in the upper right corner.
[5]. Under the Appearance section, select the Dark Mode option to enable the night theme on the Coursera app.
[6]. You have successfully enabled the Dark interface on the Coursera app.
[7]. Choose the Use Device Settings to turn on or off dark theme automatically based on your iPhone’s display settings.
On Android
You can enable dark mode on Android devices to apply the dark theme on the app.
[1]. Launch the Settings app on your Android smartphone/tablet.
[2]. Tap on the Display option from the list of menus.
[3]. Select the Dark Mode option under Display.
[4]. Now, launch the Coursera app on your Android device and access it with the dark interface.
How to Turn On Coursera Dark Mode on the Website
As the Dark mode feature is not available on the Coursera web version, you need to install any of the best dark mode extensions on your web browser to enable the black mode on the website.
[1]. Launch the default web browser on your PC and go to Chrome Web Store.
[2]. Now, download the Turn Off the Lights extension for your browser.
[3]. After that, head to the official website of Coursera and sign in to your account.
[4]. On the top of the extension toolbar, click the Grey Lamp icon.
[5]. That’s it; dark mode on the Coursera webpage is successfully activated on your Windows or Mac PC.
Other Dark Mode Extensions
If you don’t like the Turn Off the Lights extension, you can use some of the alternatives to get the dark theme on the Coursera website. Choose the extension based on the browser you are using, like Firefox or Safari, to get the dark mode on the Coursera website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the dark mode or dark theme will reduce the blue light exposure. This will help you use the smart device without any eye strain.
