Switch between light and dark mode

Last updated on Sep 2, 2025

Learn how to change the appearance of the Creative Cloud desktop app between light and dark themes.

Select the Account icon in the upper-right corner, and then select Preferences.

The Account drop-down shows options such as Preferences, Sign out, and Adobe Account.
Selecting Preference will open a new window, showing various settings for customizing your app.

In the sidebar, select Appearance. Under Color theme, select one of the following options:

  • Light: Uses a light background with dark text
  • Dark: Uses a dark background with light text
  • Mirror your system preference: Automatically matches your computer's theme settings
The Appearance tab of the Preferences window shows options to change the color theme of your Creative Cloud desktop app.
With the color theme menu, you can change the interface appearance at any time.

Select Done to apply the changes.