NYT Crossword Dark Mode

Name: NYT Crossword Dark Mode
Rating: 4.47 (15 reviews)
Author: Aviv Shai

Adds a dark mode to the New York Times Crossword page

As of June 2026, NYT Crossword Dark Mode has 2,000 users and a 4.47/5 rating from 15 reviews in the Accessibility category.

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4.47

15 reviews

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Version

2.0

Manifest V3

90-day change · In the last 90 days this extension gained 1.0K users.

History

2 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 23, 2026.

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Date	Users	Rating	Reviews	Version
Apr 23, 2026	1.0K	4.69	13	2.0
Jun 7, 2026	2.0K	4.69	13	2.0
Now	2.0K	4.47	15	2.0

Permissions & access

Permissions: storage
Host access: None declared

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About

A simple extension that will change the visual theme of the New York Times Crossword to match any aesthetic you like, including a dark mode! Use one of the given preset themes, or create your own! Works with the mini and regular crosswords. Now you can solve your favorite puzzles without straining your eyes!

NEW IN VERSION 2.0!
- Select from six different preset color schemes: default, dark mode, fall, winter, summer, or spring! 
- Customize your own theme in the extension popup! (Change the color selectors, hit the save button, then select the preset called Custom Preset!)
- Settings are saved across browsers, so you can keep your theme on any computer!
- Squashed various bugs

If you like this extension, please leave a positive review! :)

If you have feature requests or would like to report a bug, please do so at this extension's GitHub page: https://github.com/burgerhex/NYTCrosswordDarkMode
You can open a new issue by going to the Issues tab and clicking the New Issue button. If you're having a problem, please describe it in detail and how to replicate it if possible. If you would like to suggest a new feature, please include as much detail as possible so I can know what you would like. I will try to respond to these as quickly as I can.

Upcoming features (planned for future versions):
- Seasonal decorations
- Fading rainbow text
- Other fun things