If you're tired of the same old, dull, or uninspiring colour scheme in your side menu, it might be the perfect moment to change Slack colours.
Surprisingly, many Slack users remain unaware of the platform's extensive interface customization options. You can personalize a wide range of elements in Slack, including the side menu, notification icons, and even the activity status indicator.
In this step-by-step tutorial, we will walk you through the process of changing Slack colours, allowing you to infuse your workspace with a touch of your own style and flair.
How to change Slack colours
In order to change colours, you have to browse the app and edit your preferences. You are free to adjust the sidebar's colour scheme both in its desktop application and on the web version. However, it's currently not possible to modify the colours on your mobile phone.
With that in mind, here are all the steps to change Slack colours:
- From your desktop, click on your profile picture in the bottom left.
- Select Preferences > Themes.
- Below Theme Colors, select a color you like.
After completing the process, your new sidebar theme will be universally applied to your workspace, visible across all devices where you're logged into your Slack account and within your web browser.
How to customize the Slack theme
Slack offers a range of customization options to personalize the look and feel of the sidebar of your workspace. You can modify the colour scheme of your Slack window, selected items, the online indicator, and even notifications.
Here's how to customize the Slack theme:
- From your desktop, click on your profile picture in the bottom left.
- Select Preferences > Themes.
- Click the Customize button next to Theme Colors.
- At this point, you can individually select colours for your Slack Window, Selected Items, Presence Indication, and Notifications.
- Click Save once you finish customizing your Slack theme.
If you experience colour blindness, you'll discover that the colour schemes found within the "Vision Assistive" section, such as Tritanopia and Protanopia & Deuteranopia, can be particularly beneficial in enhancing your Slack experience.