Google Calendarone of the most important calendar managers, is adding some improvements that many of us have been waiting for for a long time. The company has started updating the web version with a new interface and, finally, the inclusion of a dark mode.
Google states that the update has begun rolling out this week, and that In the next few days it will reach all usersincluding those individuals through their Google account, and those who use the calendar through the paid version of Google Workspace.
One of the main novelties of the new update of the web version of Google Calendar is the dark mode; Until now available only in the mobile app – although it could also be activated through third-party extensions. Users can now activate a black-toned interface using the settings icon in the upper right corner.
This is how you can activate dark mode in Google Calendar
Google, in fact, has added a new drop-down menu to include a button called “Appearance”, where three options will be displayed: light, dark, or depending on the system setting. In the latter case, if the system interface changes to black, the web version of Google Calendar will also do so.
“We are introducing the ability to toggle between light mode, dark mode, or the device’s default theme options. “This will provide a more comfortable and customizable viewing experience and may also reduce battery usage.”
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Google Calendar is also slightly redesigning its interface with more legible and clear icons that “give a fresher feeling,” says Google in its update notes.
Google Calendar was also recently updated on the mobile app with a new design for events. Their design now adapts depending on the theme of the event. For example, if a user creates an event to go to the movies, the banner will show a drawing of a movie theater, etc. The platform has also modified the design of the banners that appear when changing months. In this case, the changes come through the version 2024.38.0-677549254-release of the app for both iOS and Android.
