How to enable high-contrast themes on Windows 11
Windows 11 has a high-contrast mode to make the experience more usable for people with low vision, and here’s how to use the feature.
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Although the default color scheme across theWindows 11desktop is suited for most people, as part of the accessibility experience, the system also includes four high-contrast color themes specifically designed for people with low vision (but anyone can use them).
When you enable the feature, elements like text, links, buttons, and background will use a specific set of high-contrast colors that makes it easier to see and read content on Windows 11 and across the internet. You can even create and apply a custom theme with custom colors suited to your needs.
In this Windows 11 guide, we will walk you through the steps to enable and configure high-contrast mode on your laptop or desktop computer.
How to enable high-contrast mode on Windows 11
To switch to one of the contrast Windows 11 themes, use these steps:
Once you complete the steps, the Windows experience will switch to the high-contrast mode. When applying a high-contrast theme, it’s normal to see a “Please wait” screen for a few seconds while the system applies the changes.
How to create custom high-contrast mode on Windows 11
To create a custom high-contrast theme, use these steps:
As you make the changes, you will see a preview in the setting. After you complete the steps, the theme will apply immediately with all the custom settings.
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Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor for WindowsCentral.com for nearly a decade and has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides. He also has an IT background and has achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, and CompTIA. He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years.
