Learn how to use the Settings app in Windows 11 and Windows 10 to turn high contrast mode or contrast themes on or off. High contrast mode is a feature that adjusts the color contrast of the screen to make it easier to see.

This option allows you to set a high-contrast color scheme that heightens the color contrast of some text and images on your computer screen, making those items more distinct and easier to identify. Turn on or off High Contrast when Left Alt + Left Shift + Print Screen is pressed .

Windows 10. To enable high contrast mode in Windows 10: Select the Start button , and then select Settings > Accessibility > High contrast. To turn on high contrast mode, select the toggle button under Turn on high contrast. Windows may display a “Please wait” screen for a few seconds, after which the colours on the screen will change.

To turn high contrast mode on or off from the sign-in screen, select the Ease of access button in the lower-right corner, then turn on the toggle under High Contrast. To turn high contrast on or off from the keyboard, press left Alt + left Shift + Print Screen.

If there's not enough contrast between the elements on your screen, try using a high contrast theme. Select the Start button, then select Settings > Ease of Access > High contrast , and switch on the toggle under Turn on high contrast.

Press the Xbox button to open the guide, select Profile & system > Settings > Accessibility > High contrast, and then turn on Dark theme or Light theme. If you’re using a keyboard, press Shift + Alt + PrtScn to turn high contrast on or off. For quick access on an Xbox console, press the Xbox button to open the guide, and then select Profile ...

Turn High Contrast on or off. Left Alt + left Shift + Num lock. Turn Mouse Keys on or off. Shift five times. Turn Sticky Keys on or off. Num lock for five seconds. Turn Toggle Keys on or off. Ctrl + E. Open Search (in most apps) Windows logo key + A. Opens Quick Settings. Windows logo key + Ctrl + C. Turn color filters on or off. Windows logo ...

To turn on high contrast, press left Alt + left Shift + Print Screen. You can choose different themes in high contrast settings. Press the Windows Logo Key + U, then select High contrast. Choose a high contrast theme from the drop-down menu and select Apply. See Use high contrast mode Change the size of text, apps, and other items

Open Display settings. In Display settings, select Brightness, and then for Change brightness based on content , select Off. Related topic. Which Surface devices can be upgraded to Windows 11? Your Surface screen automatically adjusts to optimal brightness and contrast levels to maximize battery life. You can customize this option if needed.