This technical blog post from dbanksdesign explores implementing dark mode support across platforms using design tokens. Written by the site’s owner dbanks, the article outlines challenges in supporting multiple color modes and emphasizes the importance of a consistent user experience.
The post begins with an overview of design tokens and Style Dictionary, then examines how light and dark mode are handled natively in web, Android, and iOS environments. It demonstrates how to generate color assets, graphics, and code for each platform using a single source of truth in a Style Dictionary package. Dbanks presents two approaches – single-token and multi-file – depending on project needs.
By integrating design tokens that vary by color mode, developers can build interfaces that automatically adapt without duplicating styles. The post provides helpful context on color spaces, media queries, and asset catalogs to help practitioners apply a design tokens approach. Code samples and links to an example GitHub repository offer practical resources for implementing a design system that supports light and dark interfaces across devices.
