# Darkdocs

> Darkens up Google Docs.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/darkdocs](https://chrome-stats.com/d/darkdocs)

## Overview

- **ID:** `darkdocs`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Sahil Lavingia
- **Category:** feeds-news-blogging,appearance
- **Daily users:** 223
- **Weekly downloads:** 1
- **Rating:** 2.73 / 5 (37 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.5resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-26
- **First published:** 2018-11-02
- **Size:** 25 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/darkdocs/)

## Description

Darkdocs is a Chrome extension that enables a dark mode theme for Google Docs, providing a comfortable and visually appealing experience for users who prefer working in low-light environments. By darkening the interface and document background, it reduces eye strain during extended editing and reading sessions. This extension is perfect for users seeking to enhance productivity and comfort by customizing the appearance of their Google Docs workspace.

## Rankings

- #7,841 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `activeTab`
- `storage`

### Content script matches

- `docs.google.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Request access to the following domains: google.com
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

### Pros

- Provides a dark mode for Firefox
- Easy to switch between dark and light mode
- Helpful for late-night writing or working

### Cons

- Inconsistent functionality and broken features
- Issues with visibility of icons, document title, and cursor
- Limited customization options

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/darkdocs)