If you are frequently experiencing symptoms of eyestrain, you can take matters into your own hands by utilizing Windows 11 features. Here are some tips you can try:
Switch to dark mode
Dark mode is a popular option in many apps, and it’s available in Windows 11 as well. The default background for Windows is light mode, which can be too bright for some users. To access dark mode, select the Windows key and navigate to Settings > Personalization > Colors. You’ll see an option called Choose your mode, and from there you can select Dark under the dropdown menu.
Use the night light feature
Computer screens give off blue light, which can exacerbate eyestrain symptoms and make it harder to fall asleep at night. The night light feature in Windows 11 changes the colors on your screen to make it easy to look at. You can turn night light on by going to Settings > System > Display > Night light. The strength and timing of night light can be adjusted manually based on your preferences.
Turn off content adaptive brightness control
A new feature that’s available in some Windows 11 PCs is content adaptive brightness control, which adjusts the brightness of your screen based on what’s playing on your monitor. This means that your brightness level can rise abruptly when your monitor is showing something bright. If this feature bothers your eyes, you can turn it off by going to Settings > System > Display > Brightness and de-selecting Help improve battery by optimizing the content shown and brightness. You can also manually adjust your brightness settings through your keyboard or in settings.