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Application Dark Mode

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enhancement ui/ux
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Description

I wanted to suggest adding a Dark Mode toggle. Right now the all‑white interface works great out in bright sun, but when you’re under canopy cover or on overcast days (or even just testing forms inside), the glare makes field‑testing a bit irritating.

Why:

Form Testing: Dark backgrounds make form fields pop and cut down on screen glare when you’re in shaded or low‑light outdoor spots.
User Comfort: Some folks simply prefer a low‑contrast interface, even during daytime use.
Modern Expectation: Lots of tools offer theming these days – it’s a small tweak that can go a long way.

Proposal:

Add a “Theme” switch in Settings (Light / Dark).
Store the preference locally so it sticks between sessions.
(Optionally) Fall back to the device’s theme if no choice has been made.

Totally understand if this doesn’t fit the current roadmap, but it could make the app more flexible for those of us bouncing between bright trails and shady groves. Thanks for considering!

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Research direction

Start by locating the app's Settings entry point and the UI theming implementation; the issue names no files or tests. Done means a Light/Dark Theme switch is available in Settings, the choice persists locally between sessions, and the behavior for an unset preference is decided and documented.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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