Light and Dark Mode Support for the Default Theme
š Summary
Add full light and dark mode support to the default LaunchBox theme, with an option to switch manually or follow the operating system theme setting.
ā Problem
LaunchBox currently has some light theme support in certain areas, such as settings, but the main application does not have a full light mode.
This means:
The main program remains visually inconsistent with lighter UI areas
Users who prefer light themes do not have a complete built in option
LaunchBox cannot match the userās Windows light or dark mode preference
Users must rely on custom themes for a basic light mode experience
š” Proposal
Add full theme mode support to the default LaunchBox theme:
Light mode
Dark mode
Follow system setting
This could be exposed as an appearance option, for example:
Default LightDefault DarkUse Windows Theme Setting
The selected mode should apply consistently across the main application, settings, dialogs, and core LaunchBox UI.
š§© Use Cases
A user prefers a brighter UI during daytime use
A user wants LaunchBox to match their Windows appearance setting
Users with visual preferences or accessibility needs can choose the theme that works best for them
LaunchBox feels more consistent across main views and settings
š¦ Benefits
Provides a complete built in light theme option
Improves visual consistency across the application
Aligns LaunchBox with modern desktop app behavior
Reduces reliance on third party themes for basic appearance preferences
Improves accessibility and comfort for users with different display needs
ā ļø Considerations
Needs consistent styling across dialogs and embedded UI areas
Should preserve existing dark theme behavior by default
āFollow systemā should update reliably when the OS theme changes

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Comments1
Jun 4
PinnedHi there!
Thanks so much for submitting this request and for taking the time to explain your use case ā that context is always super helpful.
Iāve gone ahead and fleshed out the main idea using the info you provided, and Iām opening it up to the community for further discussion and feedback. Please let me know if this fleshed-out version doesnāt match your original intended request.
Feel free to let me know if you have any extra thoughts, examples, or edge cases you think might be relevant!
Cheers,
The LaunchBox team