/ How to

How to Manually Dim and Darken Your Xbox One Screen Display

There are several ways to manually dim or darken the screen on your Xbox One console:

Manually Trigger Idle/Dim Screen

  1. Press and hold the Xbox button on your controller until you see the power options menu
  2. Select the “X” button to instantly dim the screen and put the console into idle mode[1]

Change Idle Timer Settings

  1. Go to Settings > Preferences > Idle Options
  2. Adjust the timer for when the screen auto-dims, from 2 to 60 minutes or disable idle notifications[1]

Enable Night Mode

  1. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Night Mode
  2. Turn on Dark Theme or Light Theme to dim screen and controller[5]

Set a Schedule for Night Mode

  1. In Night Mode settings, choose to automatically enable at sunset and disable at sunrise[17]

Adjust Screen Brightness

  1. Go to Settings > Display & Sound > Brightness
  2. Manually adjust the brightness slider darker as desired

Enable High Contrast Mode

  1. Go to Settings > Accessibility > High Contrast
  2. Choose Dark Theme or Light Theme for maximum contrast[18]

Check Display and HDMI Cable Connections

  1. Inspect cables for damage and check connections are secure[4][8]
  2. Try different HDMI cables or ports on TV

Power Cycle the Console

  1. Hold power button for 10 seconds to turn off
  2. Unplug all cables for 30 seconds
  3. Plug back in and turn on[8][10]

Be sure to check your TV settings as well for options to adjust brightness, contrast, backlight level, etc. Using these tips, you can manually trigger a dimmed or darkened screen on your Xbox whenever needed.

Related Posts