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Why is there no true gray color theme in Edge anymore? The "gray" option is greenish.

Kizzume Fowler 0 Reputation points
2025-12-11T06:12:47.5666667+00:00

"Cool gray" is obviously bluish, which is understandable, but "Gray" is greenish. Is there a reason this was done? As it currently stands, I have to install a custom theme to get a REAL gray color theme. Was actual gray really unpopular, to the point where people wanted it to no longer be an option? What gives?

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
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  1. Alexandr S 101.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-11T07:24:56.59+00:00

    Hello, Kizzume Fowler.

    There are two gray themes in the browser settings - light gray (1) and dark gray (2). If they are not displayed in pure gray, but with shades of color, this indicates incorrect color reproduction of the monitor. In this case, you should either calibrate the colors using the built-in OS tools, or make color settings in the Control Panel of the graphics card. Alternatively, select the most accurate shade of gray using the tool (3) in the browser settings itself.

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    P.S. On my PC, shades of gray have a pure color.

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