So dark or light theme?

Question

Adobe Illustrator

Is there any justification, perhaps scientific, that this or that topic is better? Or is it all pure taste?

Answer 1

Black reduces eye strain, as can be seen from the trend towards black backgrounds on all websites.
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Answer 2

Yes, black reduces eye strain, but when preparing a layout, it is better to look at a light background in
order to see a whiter real picture. Mostly media (paper, web) are net.

Answer 3

Too dark and light themes can distort color perception. The ideal option is medium gray, it is the most neutral for the human eye. If we are talking about graphic editors where you work with color, then in Photoshop, Illustrator there are 4 options: dark (dark), dark gray (medium dark), light gray (medium light), white (light). Here is a light gray for the eyes and perception is the most faithful and comfortable. Only this option is just a "substrate" (empty area of ​​the document) of medium gray color. And in applications, browsers, etc. In my personal opinion, the darker, the more comfortable.

Answer 4

Dark, definitely