How to Change Theme Colors on Android

How to Change Theme Colors on Android Easy Step-by-Step Guide.

Learn how to change Android theme colors and customize the appearance of your phone. If you want to switch up the look of your device or enable dark mode, I will show you how to access the theme settings, choose different color schemes, and apply them right away.

This guide works for a Sony Xperia 1V running Android 15. The steps are very similar for most modern Android phones, though the menu names might vary slightly.

How to Access Wallpaper and Style Settings

The easiest way to change your theme colors is through the Wallpaper and Style menu. Here is how to get there:

1. Find an empty space on your home screen (where there are no app icons)
2. Long press on that empty space until a menu pops up
3. Tap on “Wallpaper and style” from the menu that appears

You can also find this menu through your phone’s main Settings app. But the long press method is much faster.

How to Change Your Color Scheme

Once you are in the Wallpaper and style menu, you can pick a new color scheme for your phone. This changes the accent colors you see on things like the clock, settings icons, notification panel, and supported apps.

Here is what to do:

1. In the Wallpaper and style menu, look for the color scheme options
2. You will see several color choices – usually cool colors (blues and greens), neutral colors (black, white, gray), and warm colors (oranges, reds, yellows)
3. Tap on any color to preview it
4. The preview will show you how that color will look on your home screen and lock screen
5. Once you find a color you like, just tap it to apply

Your phone will automatically switch to the new accent color. You do not need to save anything manually.

How to Enable Dark Mode on Android

Dark mode is a popular feature that changes your phone’s background from white to black or dark gray. Many people use it to reduce eye strain at night or save battery life on phones with OLED screens.

To turn on dark mode from the same menu:

1. Go to Wallpaper and style using the long press method
2. Look for the theme option that says “Dark theme” or “Light theme”
3. Tap “Dark theme” to enable it
4. Tap “Light theme” to switch back

When you switch between dark and light themes, you can preview how your chosen accent color looks in both modes before deciding.

How to Use Themed Icons

Some Android phones offer a feature called “Themed icons.” When you turn this on, your app icons change to match your chosen color scheme. Most icons become monochrome – meaning they are all one color that matches your theme.

To try this:

1. In Wallpaper and style, look for a toggle or switch labeled “Themed icons”
2. Turn it on to see how your icons change
3. Turn it off if you prefer the original app icon colors

Not every app supports themed icons. Apps that do not support the feature will keep their normal colors.

How to Adjust Color Contrast

If you want your colors to stand out more, you can also adjust the color contrast:

1. Stay in the Wallpaper and style menu
2. Look for a color contrast slider or setting
3. Slide it up to increase contrast (colors will look more intense)
4. Slide it down to decrease contrast (colors will look more muted)
5. Tap “Default” to reset if you do not like your changes

Quick Summary

Here are all the steps together:

• Long press on an empty area of your home screen
• Tap “Wallpaper and style”
• Pick a new color scheme from the available options
• Switch between Dark theme and Light theme if you want
• Turn Themed icons on or off based on your preference
• Adjust color contrast if needed

Final Thoughts

Learn how to change Android theme colors to make your phone feel more personal to you. Whether you want a cool blue look, a warm orange style, or just plain black and white, the settings are only a long press away. You can change these as often as you like until you find the perfect look for your device.