How to Change Accent Color on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

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How to Change Accent Color on Ubuntu

Traditionally, Ubuntu has always used orange and aubergine as accent colors. However, in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, you now have the option to select a custom accent color. You can change the accent color of your Ubuntu desktop without the need for any additional tools. Here’s how you can change the accent color on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.

In this release of Ubuntu, you get ten accent colors to customize the Ubuntu appearance. Also, this update includes system-wide dark mode on Ubuntu. However, to use these features, you have to upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, if you are using the older version of Ubuntu. To do so, you can check out our detailed guide on; how to upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.

How to Change Accent Color on Ubuntu

To change the accent color on Ubuntu without any additional tool, you need to update your system to the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS version.

After that, follow the steps mentioned below.

Alternatively, if you prefer a video tutorial, then watch the mentioned video below.

1. First, you will need to launch the Settings application. For that, click on the Show Application option.

2. On the search bar, search for Settings and open it.

Accessing Settings on Ubuntu

3. Next, click on the Appearance tab from the left panel of the settings window.

4. Then, look for the Style panel present to the right of your screen.

5. Here, you will get ten different accent colors to choose from; select the color you want to set as the accent color. The changes will take effect immediately.

Changing Accent Color of Ubuntu

6. After, you have selected the color. All the elements on the desktop that were previously in orange color will be changed to the new accent color. This includes folder colors, calendar entries, text selection highlights in browsers, and more.

New Accent Color of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

Conclusion

That’s it! By following the above steps you can customize the accent color on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. Do you know? You can also customize the dock panel on Ubuntu. For that, follow the linked guide.

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