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Display Settings

Switch between light and dark mode.

Overview

Radley Finance offers display customization options to make your experience more comfortable. The primary setting is dark mode, which changes the app's color scheme.

Accessing Display Settings

Step 1: Open Settings

  1. Log into Radley Finance
  2. Navigate to Settings

Step 2: Go to Display Section

In the Settings sidebar:

  • Look for "Display" under the General section
  • Click to view display options

Dark Mode

What is Dark Mode?

Dark mode changes the app's color scheme:

  • Light Mode: White/light backgrounds with dark text
  • Dark Mode: Dark backgrounds with light text

Benefits of Dark Mode

  • Reduced eye strain in low-light environments
  • Less screen glare at night
  • Battery savings on OLED screens
  • Personal preference for some users

Benefits of Light Mode

  • Better readability in bright environments
  • Traditional appearance matching most business tools
  • Consistency with exported documents

Toggling Dark Mode

How to Switch

  1. Go to Settings > Display
  2. Find the Dark Mode toggle
  3. Click to switch between modes
  4. Change takes effect immediately

How Dark Mode Works

Immediate Change

When you toggle dark mode:

  • The entire app updates instantly
  • No refresh needed
  • Preference is saved automatically

Persistent Setting

Your preference is remembered:

  • Stays the same across sessions
  • Applied when you come back
  • Stored in your browser, so a different browser or device may need setting again

What Changes

In dark mode:

  • Background colors become dark
  • Text becomes light
  • Accents and buttons adjust
  • Charts and graphs adapt

What Doesn't Change

  • Your data and content
  • Downloaded Excel files (formatted the same either way)
  • External links

Tips for Using Dark Mode

When to Use Dark Mode

  • Working late at night
  • In dimly lit environments
  • If you prefer dark interfaces
  • Reducing eye strain during long sessions

When to Use Light Mode

  • Presenting to others
  • In bright office environments
  • When reviewing exports
  • If dark text is easier to read for you

Screen Sharing Consideration

When sharing your screen:

  • Others may prefer light mode
  • Dark mode may not project well
  • Consider switching for presentations

Accessibility Considerations

Readability

  • Choose the mode that's easiest for you to read
  • Consider text contrast
  • Adjust screen brightness as needed

Extended Use

For long working sessions:

  • Dark mode may reduce eye fatigue
  • Take regular breaks regardless
  • Adjust based on your comfort

Troubleshooting

Dark Mode Doesn't Apply

  • Refresh the page
  • Check that setting saved
  • Try toggling off and on
  • Clear browser cache

Inconsistent Colors

  • Some elements may not fully support dark mode
  • Report issues to support
  • Light mode is fallback

Preference Not Saving

  • Check internet connection
  • Ensure logged in properly
  • Try again after refresh

Future Display Options

Dark mode is currently the only display setting. Additional options may be added over time - check back for updates.