Dark Night is a macOS utility that automates wallpaper and system appearance transitions based on sunrise and sunset schedules. It provides users with a menu bar interface for manual toggling and supports custom AppleScript execution for advanced automation. The app is notable for filling a gap in native macOS appearance scheduling.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Mac users seeking automated control over system appearance and wallpaper settings based on local time.
What does it look like?
Key features
Automatically toggles light and dark wallpapers based on sunrise and sunset times or a custom user-defined schedule.
Allows users to execute custom AppleScripts at sunrise and sunset to trigger specific system changes like Dark Mode.
Provides a quick-access menu icon for instant manual switching between light and dark modes.
Displays real-time sunset and sunrise information directly within the application interface.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Maintenance developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: maintenance.
Who built it?
Hobbyist Software
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Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers useful automation, users should be prepared to configure and troubleshoot AppleScripts to achieve full functionality.
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