Odd white contrast-like appearance on dark mode

Ruby P 20 Reputation points
2025-09-02T04:58:25.0866667+00:00

User's image My file explorer despite being in dark mode with zero contrast options on has this weird whiteness, aswell as a more odd scroll bar design, some apps like file explorer also have an odd outline and UI for the close, minimize, and fullscreen buttons

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I haven't been able to find any way to fix this, and it has been irritating me considerably, can anyone please help

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Apps
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John DeV 169.6K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-09-02T05:32:29.2666667+00:00

Hi, good day!

When was the last time it worked properly?

Please try the method below if it helps.

Press Windows key+R to open Run then copy and paste the path below to open the old Personalization.

shell:::{ED834ED6-4B5A-4bfe-8F11-A626DCB6A921}

Press Enter

Under Windows default, select Windows or Windows (light)

Restart your computer then set Dark mode again

I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed.

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