# Appearance Mode (Light / Dark / User Controlled)

This setting allows you to control the overall color appearance of your website by choosing between Light mode, Dark mode, or a user-controlled option. When Light or Dark mode is selected, the entire site will follow that fixed appearance. If the “User Controlled” option is enabled, a toggle icon appears in the header, allowing visitors to switch between light and dark modes based on their personal preference.

**Step-by-Step Guide to Configure This Section**

1. Go to Ghost Admin
2. Navigate to  **Settings → Design → Theme → Site Wide** 
3. Find the **Appearance** setting
4. Select one of the following options:
   * **Light** – forces the site to always use light mode
   * **Dark** – forces the site to always use dark mode
   * **User Controlled** – enables a toggle icon in the header for visitors
5. Click **Save** to apply changes

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