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HOW TO GET DARK MODE IN WHATSAPP FOR ANDROID RIGHT NOW


How to get dark mode in WhatsApp for Android right now

WhatsApp for Android dark mode
One of the most requested features in WhatsApp over the last couple of years has been dark mode. It is finally available on Android — you can now manually set dark mode for WhatsApp, or have the app match the system theme automatically. Here's how you can get started with dark mode on WhatsApp for Android.

How to download the latest WhatsApp for Android beta

The option to enable dark mode in WhatsApp is limited to the beta version of the app. Usually, it takes about a month for a feature to make its way from the beta client over to the public build, and if you're unwilling to wait that long, you can always download the beta app.
WhatsApp runs an official beta programon the Play Store, but that has been full for over a year and isn't taking new beta testers. Your best option instead is to sideload the latest beta APK and install the app. I'll show you how to do that below, but before you start you will have to back up your WhatsApp messages and media so that if something untoward occurs, you don't lose your chats.
Backed up your messages to Google Drive? Here's how you can sideload the latest WhatsApp for Android beta:
  1. Open Google Chrome or any web browser on your phone.
  2. Type apkmirror.com.
  3. Hit the Search box on the top right corner.
    How to download the latest WhatsApp for Android beta
  4. Type WhatsApp beta and hit go.
  5. Tap the Download button next to the WhatsApp Messenger beta listing (any version after 2.20.14 will work).
  6. In the Download section, select the build number once again.
    How to download the latest WhatsApp for Android beta
  7. Tap Download APK to begin the download.
  8. Tap OK in the dialog box to let Chrome download the file.
  9. Tap Open.
    How to download the latest WhatsApp for Android beta
  10. You'll need to allow Chrome to install apps. Tap Settings to get started.
  11. Toggle Allow from this source to Onto continue the installation.
  12. Tap Install to install the latest version of WhatsApp beta.
    How to download the latest WhatsApp for Android beta
Once you're done installing WhatsApp, make sure you disable the setting that allows Chrome to install unknown apps. Go to Settings -> Apps & notifications -> Special app access -> Install unknown apps -> Chrome -> Toggle the setting to off.

How to enable dark mode in WhatsApp for Android

Now that you have the latest version of WhatsApp beta installed, you can get started with enabling dark mode. Here's how to do so:
  1. Open WhatsApp from the app drawer or home screen.
  2. Tap the action overflow menu (three vertical dots in the top right corner).
  3. Hit Settings.
    How to enable dark mode in WhatsApp for Android
  4. Select Chats.
  5. Choose Themes.
  6. In the Choose Theme dialog box, select Dark.
  7. You should see the interface switch to a dark theme.
    How to enable dark mode in WhatsApp for Android
That's it! You should now have dark mode set up for the messaging service. Dark mode looks particularly good on WhatsApp because of the green accents that are present throughout the interface, and they bring a bit of visual flair to the app.
I've had dark mode enabled for over a week now, and it makes a huge difference in how you use the service. It's easier on the eyes, and if you have an Android 10 phone and set dark mode system-wide, there's better visual consistency.

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