How to Adjust Screen Color

How to Adjust Screen Color on PC and Smartphones

In this article, I’ll explain how to adjust screen color settings on a PC and smartphone step-by-step. Proper color calibration can enhance your device experience, making visuals more comfortable for your eyes or tailored to your needs.

Adjusting Screen Color on a PC

Both Windows and macOS offer built-in tools for color calibration. Here’s how to do it:

Windows 10/11

1. Open Calibration Settings:

• Press Win + S, type Calibrate display color in the search bar, and select Calibrate display color.
• Alternatively, go to Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Display → Calibrate color.

1. Launch the Calibration Wizard:

• Click Next in the pop-up window. The system will guide you through several steps.

1. Adjust Gamma:

• You’ll see sample images with different gamma levels. Move the slider to make colors look natural, avoiding excessive darkness or brightness.

1. Adjust Brightness and Contrast:

• Follow on-screen instructions to tweak these settings. You may need to access your monitor’s menu (via buttons on the device) to adjust values.

1. Fine-Tune Color Balance:

• Adjust red, green, and blue (RGB) sliders to eliminate unwanted color tints.

1. Save Settings:

• Compare the previous and new color profiles by clicking Previous and Current. If satisfied, click Finish.

macOS

1. Open Display Settings:

• Go to the Apple menu () → System Settings → Displays.

1. Color Calibration:

• In the Color tab, click Calibrate to launch the Display Calibrator Assistant.

1. Follow Instructions:

• The system will guide you to adjust contrast, brightness, and color profile. Choose a preset profile (e.g., sRGB) or create a custom one.

1. Save Profile:

• Name and save the new profile when finished.

Additional Tips for PC:

• For external monitors, check the monitor’s built-in menu (via physical buttons) to adjust color temperature (e.g., warm or cool tones).
• For precise calibration (e.g., for designers), use software like DisplayCAL or hardware calibrators like Datacolor Spyder or X-Rite.

Adjusting Screen Color on Smartphones

Android and iOS smartphones offer convenient tools for modifying color settings.

Android

1. Open Display Settings:

• Go to Settings → Display (name may vary by device model).

1. Adjust Color Temperature:

• Look for Screen Color, Color Mode, or Color Temperature.
• Choose a preset mode (e.g., Warm, Cool, Natural) or manually adjust RGB sliders (available on devices like Samsung or Xiaomi).

1. Night Mode:

• Enable Night Mode or Blue Light Filter in the Eye Comfort section to reduce blue tones and make colors warmer.

1. Adaptive Settings:

• On some devices (e.g., Google Pixel), enable Adaptive Colors to automatically adjust the screen to ambient lighting.

iOS (iPhone)

1. Open Display Settings:

• Go to Settings → Display & Brightness.

1. True Tone and Night Shift:

• Enable True Tone to automatically adjust colors based on ambient light.
• Activate Night Shift to reduce blue light. Customize the warmth and set a schedule.

1. Manual Color Adjustment:

• Go to Settings → Accessibility → Display & Text Size → Color Filters.
• Enable Color Filters and select a mode (e.g., grayscale, color blindness correction) or manually adjust hues using sliders.

Additional Tips for Smartphones:

• Many modern devices (especially with AMOLED screens) offer modes like Vivid Colors or Natural Colors—test them to find the best fit.
• If built-in settings aren’t enough, try third-party apps like Twilight (Android) or Screen Filter.

Conclusion

Adjusting screen color on PCs and smartphones is a simple process that lets you tailor your device to your preferences or usage conditions. On a PC, you can fine-tune gamma, brightness, and RGB, while smartphones emphasize convenience and automatic modes. Experiment with settings to find the perfect balance for your eyes!