Using Light and Dark Display Modes

Finding the Theme Toggle and Understanding What It Changes

In Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, the light and dark display control appears in the shared page chrome, typically in the header or top navigation area that stays consistent as you move through the website and admin pages. Look for the theme toggle alongside other common controls such as navigation items, language switching, or account-related actions. If a page uses the standard header, that is the first place to check.

The toggle gives you two display choices:

When you switch modes, Sherkety ERP & Website Platform updates the visible interface styling across the page. This usually includes:

• The main page background
• Text contrast and reading surfaces
• Header and navigation areas
• Menus and dropdown areas
• Content cards, panels, and section containers
• Shared footer areas

What does not change is just as important. The theme toggle does not change the page language, available menu items, pricing details, service descriptions, permissions, or what pages you are allowed to open. It only changes how the interface looks on screen.

For example, if you are browsing service pages, ERP app pages, or admin screens, the same content remains available before and after switching modes. You are only changing the visual presentation to make reading and navigation more comfortable.

Switching Between Light and Dark Mode

Using the theme toggle in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform is a quick on-screen action. You do not need to open a settings page, save a form, or reload the browser.

1. Open any page that shows the standard header or navigation bar.
2. Find the visible theme toggle in the top area of the page.
3. Select the toggle once to switch from Light mode to Dark mode.
4. Select the same toggle again to return from Dark mode to Light mode.

The change happens immediately after you use the control. As soon as you switch, you should see the page colors update in place. The background, text contrast, navigation bar, and content panels adjust right away, so you can continue reading or working without interruption.

You can confirm the active mode in two simple ways:

• The toggle itself shows the current state
• The page colors clearly shift to the selected appearance

In Light mode, pages look brighter and more paper-like. In Dark mode, reading areas and navigation surfaces become darker while text becomes lighter for contrast. This instant update is useful when you are comparing which view feels better for long reading sessions, content editing, or browsing product pages.

If you are moving between public pages such as service information, company type pages, or ERP app pages, the same toggle behavior applies. If you are signed in and working in the admin area, the switch should still update the visible interface without taking you away from the page you are using.

Seeing How Your Display Preference Is Remembered

After you choose a display mode in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, your preference is remembered so you do not need to switch it again every time you open another page. This applies to the visible theme choice you make with the toggle, not to any content editing or account management settings.

Once you change from Light mode to Dark mode, or back again, Sherkety ERP & Website Platform keeps that choice and uses it as you continue browsing. If you open another page in the same experience, the saved mode should already be active when the new page appears. This helps create a consistent reading and navigation experience across the website.

You should also expect the selected mode to continue after common actions such as:

• Opening another internal page from the menu
• Refreshing the current page in your browser
• Returning to the site later on the same browser

This remembered preference is separate from other parts of the platform. It does not mean:

• Your user role has changed
• A content editor changed page design
• An administrator updated branding or page content
• Your language selection and your theme selection are the same setting

Think of the theme choice as a personal viewing preference for your browser experience. It affects how Sherkety ERP & Website Platform is displayed to you, but it does not rewrite page content or change what other users see on their own devices.

If you want a deeper explanation of where that preference is kept and how it behaves over time, continue with Understanding Saved Display Preferences.

Moving Across Pages Without Losing Your Chosen Mode

After you select Light mode or Dark mode in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, that choice should continue as you move from page to page. You should not need to reapply the theme every time you open a new section.

This is most noticeable in the shared layout areas that appear across the site, including:

• The header
• Navigation menus
• Footer sections
• Content containers and cards
• Shared page backgrounds
• Common interface panels

For example, if you switch to Dark mode while browsing business services, then open a company type page, an ERP app page, or another internal page from the menu, the darker appearance should carry over. The same expectation applies if you move through admin pages such as the dashboard, content area, or settings pages. The visual style should remain consistent as long as those pages use the same shared layout and theme behavior.

You can also expect your chosen mode to continue when:

• Clicking internal links
• Using menu navigation
• Refreshing the browser on the current page
• Opening another page in the same browsing session

Some page elements may look unchanged even when the rest of the interface switches correctly. This usually happens with visual content that is not recolored by the theme, such as:

• Fixed branding graphics
• Photos and illustrations
• Embedded media
• Image-based banners
• Custom-designed artwork inside page sections

That is normal. The theme toggle changes the surrounding interface and reading surfaces, not every image on the page. So if a logo, hero image, or embedded visual keeps the same colors, that does not necessarily mean the theme failed. For related navigation behavior across public pages, see Browsing the Sherkety Public Website.

Using Display Modes as Different Types of Visitors and Site Managers

Different people use the theme toggle for different reasons, but the control works the same way across Sherkety ERP & Website Platform.

A Business Services Visitor might switch modes while reading service descriptions, comparing offers, or moving through company registration and accounting pages. If a bright screen feels too harsh, Dark mode can make long reading sessions more comfortable. If you prefer a cleaner, high-brightness look for forms and comparison sections, Light mode may be easier to scan.

A Prospective ERP Buyer may use the toggle while comparing ERP pages such as HR, Sales & CRM, Purchasing, Reporting, or accounting-related content. When you move across product pages and feature descriptions, the selected mode stays with you, so you can focus on the content rather than adjusting the interface repeatedly. This is especially helpful when reviewing several pages in one sitting, such as those linked from Browsing the ERP Apps Catalog.

A Content Editor can use the toggle to check how authored sections look in both appearances. This is useful when reviewing text blocks, cards, banners, and media-heavy sections to make sure they remain readable in either mode. If you work with inline editing tools, switching the theme can help you spot contrast issues before saving or publishing updates.

An Administrator may use the theme toggle as part of a quick visual check across managed pages. This includes confirming that the toggle is visible in standard layouts and that common areas such as headers, menus, content panels, and footers respond consistently. If you manage multiple admin sections, this makes it easier to verify a uniform experience while navigating between dashboard and configuration pages.

Fixing Problems When the Theme Does Not Switch or Stay Saved

If the display mode in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform does not change as expected, start with the simplest check: use the visible theme toggle again and watch whether the page colors update immediately. If nothing changes, refresh the page and try the same control once more. A quick refresh often clears a temporary display issue.

If the theme switches but does not stay saved, the most likely cause is browser behavior rather than the page itself. Your browser may be clearing site data automatically, running in a privacy-focused mode, or blocking the saved preference from being kept between visits. In that case, the theme may return to its previous state after a refresh or when you come back later.

If only one page looks different while others follow your chosen mode, check the page content itself. Some sections may include:

• Embedded media
• Fixed-color graphics
• Image-based banners
• Visual assets designed with their own colors

These items may not change with the rest of the interface. If the header, menus, page background, and content panels switch correctly, the theme is still working even if a specific image does not change.

If you cannot find the toggle at all, confirm that you are on a page using the standard header or navigation layout. The theme control is expected in shared page chrome, so it may be harder to spot if you are viewing a simplified layout, a special page state, or a screen where the standard top navigation is not currently visible.

You can also compare the page against another familiar area, such as the homepage, an ERP app page, or an admin page with the normal header. If the toggle appears there, the issue is likely specific to the page layout you were viewing.

Overview

Light and Dark display modes in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform give you a quick way to change the appearance of the interface without changing any content, page access, or navigation options. The visible theme toggle in the header or navigation area lets you move between a brighter reading view and a darker one based on your preference.

The main points to remember are:

• The toggle changes interface appearance, not page content
• You can switch modes instantly without reloading the page
• Your selected mode is remembered as you move across pages
• Shared areas such as headers, menus, footers, and content panels usually follow the same theme
• Some images, logos, and embedded visuals may keep their original colors

This matters whether you are browsing public pages, comparing ERP offerings, editing website content, or checking admin pages for consistency. A visitor reading service details may prefer one mode for comfort, while a content editor may switch back and forth to review readability. In both cases, the workflow is the same: use the visible toggle and continue working on the same page.

If you are also learning how page layout and navigation behave across the public website, these guides can help alongside theme switching:

• Using Header Menus and Footer Links
• Understanding Breadcrumbs and Page Location
• Using Theme Switching Across the Platform

The next step in this Theme Display section is Understanding Saved Display Preferences, which explains more clearly how Sherkety ERP & Website Platform remembers your chosen mode.

Prerequisites

You do not need any special setup before using Light mode or Dark mode in Sherkety ERP & Website Platform, but a few basic conditions make the feature easier to find and test.

Before you begin, make sure:

• You are viewing a page that includes the standard header or top navigation
• The visible theme toggle is present in that shared page area
• You can move between pages such as public content pages, ERP app pages, or admin pages
• Your browser is not currently hiding saved site preferences by clearing them immediately

It also helps to have a few pages open or ready to visit so you can confirm the theme carries across the experience. Good examples include:

• A public service or company information page
• An ERP app page such as HR, Sales & CRM, Purchasing, Reporting, or Accounting
• An admin page such as Dashboard, Content, Settings, or SEO if you have access

If you are signed in as a content editor or administrator, you do not need a separate permission just to use the theme toggle. The display mode is a viewing preference, not a role-based feature. Public visitors can use it while browsing, and signed-in users can use it while managing content or reviewing pages.

For the best results while following this guide:

• Start on a page where the header is clearly visible
• Switch the theme once and watch the page update
• Open another internal page to confirm the same mode remains active
• Refresh the browser to see whether your preference stays in place

After that, continue to Understanding Saved Display Preferences for the next part of the Theme Display documentation.