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A Python Script for Automatically Switching Themes Based on the Time of Day

DEV Community·vast cow·20 days ago
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This Python script automatically switches your Windows appearance theme, Windows Terminal color scheme, and Visual Studio Code theme according to the time of day. It is designed for users who want a brighter development environment during the day and a darker, more comfortable setup at night—without having to change each setting manually. Why This Script Exists Many developers prefer different themes depending on the time of day. During the day, a light theme can make the screen easier to read in bright environments. At night, a dark theme can reduce eye strain and make long work sessions more comfortable. For example: Daytime: light Windows theme, bright Terminal scheme, light VS Code theme Nighttime: dark Windows theme, dark Terminal scheme, dark VS Code theme Instead of switching these settings by hand, this script automates the process based on a configurable schedule. How It Works The script follows a simple workflow: It reads theme settings and schedule information from config.toml .…

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