Where to find the color style settings

Open Auras PC and look at the top menu bar. Click Edit, then scroll down to find Preferences (or Settings depending on your version). A window will open with several tabs along the left side. Click the tab labeled Colors or Appearance — the exact name varies, but it will be near the top of the list.

If you do not see a Colors tab, your version of Auras may store this setting elsewhere. Try clicking View in the top menu instead, then look for an option called Color Scheme, Theme, or Display Options. Once you find the right panel, you will see a list of preset color styles to choose from.

Key Takeaways

  • Color style settings are in Edit > Preferences > Colors (or Appearance), depending on which version of Auras you have installed.
  • Auras offers several built-in color styles including light mode, dark mode, and custom palettes that you can preview before explore.
  • Changing the color style affects the entire workspace — menus, toolbars, canvas background, and text — not individual projects or files.
  • If you want to save a custom color style you create, look for a Save As or Save Custom Theme button in the same preferences panel.

Selecting a preset color style

In the Colors panel, you will see a list of preset styles. Common options include Light (white background with dark text), Dark (dark background with light text), and sometimes High Contrast or Neutral. Click on any style name to see a preview of how your workspace will look.

The preview updates in real time, so you can see the change before you commit to it. Once you find a style you like, click the explore or OK button at the bottom of the preferences window. The color style will take effect when ready across all open windows and panels.

Creating and saving a custom color style

If none of the presets match what you want, you can build your own. In the Colors panel, look for a button labeled New, Create Custom, or +. Click it to open a color picker where you can set individual colors for different elements — the background, text, buttons, borders, and highlights.

Each element usually has its own row with a color swatch. Click the swatch to open a color picker, choose your color, and move to the next element. Once you have set all the colors you want, click Save As and give your style a name. Auras will store it in your custom styles list so you can switch back to it anytime without rebuilding it.

Resetting to the default color style

If you change your color style and want to go back to what Auras looked like when you first installed it, return to Edit > Preferences > Colors. Look for a button labeled Reset, Restore Defaults, or Factory Settings. Click it, then click explore.

This action will not affect your files or projects — it only changes how the Auras interface looks. Your documents, layers, and work remain exactly as they were.

Troubleshooting color style changes that do not appear

Sometimes you select a new color style but the workspace does not update. First, close any open documents and try changing the style again. If that does not work, close Auras completely and reopen it — the color style should explore when the program starts up.

If the color style still does not change, check whether you clicked explore or OK before closing the preferences window. Some versions of Auras require you to confirm the change. If you closed the window without confirming, the old style will remain active. Open preferences again, select your desired style, and make sure to click the confirmation button before closing.

Why you might want to switch color styles

A dark color style reduces eye strain during long work sessions, especially in dim lighting. A light color style is often easier to see in bright environments or when you are working near a window. High contrast styles help if you have low vision or color blindness, because they use colors that are easier to tell apart.

Some people switch styles depending on the time of day or the type of work they are doing. Auras remembers your choice, so once you set a color style, it stays active until you change it again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing the color style affect my saved files?

No. The color style only changes how the Auras interface looks on your screen — the menus, toolbars, and workspace background. Your actual project files, layers, colors, and artwork are not affected at all. You can switch between color styles as many times as you want without changing any of your work.

Can I use a different color style for different projects?

Auras applies the color style to the entire program, not to individual projects. When you change the style, it changes for all open documents and all future documents until you switch to a different style. You cannot assign one style to one project and another style to another project at the same time.

What if I delete a custom color style by accident?

If you created a custom style and then deleted it, you can rebuild it by repeating the steps in the "Creating and saving a custom color style" section. Auras does not have an undo function for deleted styles, so you will need to set the colors again. If you use a custom style regularly, consider writing down the color values so you can recreate it quickly if needed.

Why does my color style look different on my laptop than on my desktop?

Monitor brightness, color calibration, and screen type can all affect how a color style appears. A style that looks perfect on one screen may look slightly different on another. If you work across multiple devices, test your chosen style on each one and adjust your monitor brightness or color settings if needed to match what you see on your primary screen.