Adds a dark mode to the New York Times Crossword page
Users
2,000
0 in 30 days
Rating
4.3 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
14
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#20K
#17K among extensions
Version
2.2
updated 27 Jun 2026
Users
monthly, 3 years
Latest, 15 Oct 2026:2,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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Latest, 15 Oct 2026:14 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About NYT Crossword Dark Mode
A simple extension that will change the visual theme of the New York Times Crossword to match any aesthetic you like, including a dark mode! Use one of the given preset themes, or create your own! Works with the mini and regular crosswords. Now you can solve your favorite puzzles without straining your eyes!
NEW IN VERSION 2.0!
- Select from six different preset color schemes: default, dark mode, fall, winter, summer, or spring!
- Customize your own theme in the extension popup! (Change the color selectors, hit the save button, then select the preset called Custom Preset!)
- Settings are saved across browsers, so you can keep your theme on any computer!
- Squashed various bugs
If you like this extension, please leave a positive review! :)
If you have feature requests or would like to report a bug, please do so at this extension's GitHub page: https://github.com/burgerhex/NYTCrosswordDarkMode
You can open a new issue by going to the Issues tab and clicking the New Issue button. If you're having a problem, please describe it in detail and how to replicate it if possible. If you would like to suggest a new feature, please include as much detail as possible so I can know what you would like. I will try to respond to these as quickly as I can.
Upcoming features (planned for future versions):
- Seasonal decorations
- Fading rainbow text
- Other fun things