Autodesk Fusion gets Dark Mode. A long-awaited upgrade for designers and engineers craving visual relief and modern aesthetics.

After years of user requests and community feedback, Autodesk has officially rolled out a Dark Mode Theme for Fusion, marking a major milestone in the platform’s evolution. This update isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about comfort, clarity, and customization.

🌙 Why Dark Mode Matters

For professionals who spend hours modeling, simulating, and rendering, screen fatigue is real. Bright interfaces can strain the eyes, especially in low-light environments. Dark Mode offers:

• Reduced eye strain during extended design sessions

• Improved focus on geometry and components

• Modern, sleek visuals that align with other professional tools

Fusion 360’s new Dark Mode isn’t just a color inversion. It’s a thoughtfully designed UI overhaul that enhances usability without compromising functionality.

🔧 How to Enable Dark Mode in Fusion

Activating the new theme is simple:

1. Go to Preferences in Fusion.

2. Navigate to Preview Features and enable UI Themes.

3. In the Preferences dialog, choose either Dark Blue or Light Gray.

4. Click Apply and OK.

5. Under Display Settings > Environment, select your preferred theme.

The “Dark Blue” theme pairs beautifully with the “Dark Sky” environment, making components pop and improving contrast for detailed work.

🛠️ What’s Been Improved

Autodesk didn’t just stop at color changes. The March 2025 update refined dozens of UI elements to ensure full compatibility with Dark Mode:

• Timeline scroll bar visibility restored

• Highlight colors for activated components adjusted

• Dialog boxes and tooltips now correctly themed

• Icons and menus updated for consistency across design types (PCB, schematic, etc.)

• Improved readability in Save dialogs, Render settings, and simulation studies

These refinements show Autodesk’s commitment to delivering a polished, professional experience.

💬 Community Response

The Fusion community has been buzzing with excitement. Designers, engineers, and educators alike have praised the update for its visual clarity and ergonomic benefits. The Autodesk forums are filled with feedback, suggestions, and appreciation for finally addressing one of the most requested features.

🚀 What’s Next?

With Dark Mode now live, Autodesk is signaling a broader commitment to UI customization and user-centric design. Expect future updates to refine theme options, improve accessibility, and expand personalization across the platform.

Whether you're designing aerospace components or prototyping consumer products, Fusion’s Dark Mode is a welcome upgrade that makes long hours in CAD just a little more comfortable.