Kitty · github · dark · MIT
GitHub Dark Dimmed for Kitty
GitHub Dark Dimmed for Kitty: #1c2128 background, 8.2:1 body contrast, and the full 16-color ANSI palette. Save the file to ~/.config/kitty/<name>.conf. Add include <name>.conf to ~/.config/kitty/kitty.conf. The same palette also exports to the other supported terminals.
Preview
Palette
ANSI
Base colors
Contrast
WCAG · vs #1c2128| Color | Hex | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreground | #adbac7 | 8.19:1 | AAA |
| Cursor | #adbac7 | 8.19:1 | AAA |
| Selection | #636e7b | 3.12:1 | AA large |
| black | #545d68 | 2.42:1 | — |
| red | #f47067 | 5.67:1 | AA |
| green | #57ab5a | 5.69:1 | AA |
| yellow | #c69026 | 5.72:1 | AA |
| blue | #539bf5 | 5.68:1 | AA |
| magenta | #b083f0 | 5.67:1 | AA |
| cyan | #39c5cf | 7.75:1 | AAA |
| white | #909dab | 5.85:1 | AA |
| brightBlack | #636e7b | 3.12:1 | AA large |
| brightRed | #ff938a | 7.55:1 | AAA |
| brightGreen | #6bc46d | 7.51:1 | AAA |
| brightYellow | #daaa3f | 7.55:1 | AAA |
| brightBlue | #6cb6ff | 7.53:1 | AAA |
| brightMagenta | #dcbdfb | 9.80:1 | AAA |
| brightCyan | #56d4dd | 9.14:1 | AAA |
| brightWhite | #cdd9e5 | 11.29:1 | AAA |
Install for Kitty
Documentation- Save the file to ~/.config/kitty/<name>.conf.
- Add include <name>.conf to ~/.config/kitty/kitty.conf.
- Reload the Kitty configuration.
mkdir -p "$HOME/.config/kitty" && curl -fsSL "https://terminalthemes.iwwi.app/ports/kitty/github-dark-dimmed.conf" -o "$HOME/.config/kitty/github-dark-dimmed.conf" && { grep -qxF 'include github-dark-dimmed.conf' "$HOME/.config/kitty/kitty.conf" 2>/dev/null || printf '\ninclude %s\n' 'github-dark-dimmed.conf' >> "$HOME/.config/kitty/kitty.conf"; }
# Reload Kitty.Full configuration
background #1c2128
foreground #adbac7
cursor #adbac7
cursor_text_color #1c2128
selection_background #636e7b
selection_foreground #ffffff
color0 #545d68
color1 #f47067
color2 #57ab5a
color3 #c69026
color4 #539bf5
color5 #b083f0
color6 #39c5cf
color7 #909dab
color8 #636e7b
color9 #ff938a
color10 #6bc46d
color11 #daaa3f
color12 #6cb6ff
color13 #dcbdfb
color14 #56d4dd
color15 #cdd9e5
Let an agent install it
Give this prompt to your coding agent. It includes the Kitty install page, native file, steps, and safety constraints.
Help me install the GitHub Dark Dimmed theme for Kitty on this machine.
Read the install page: https://terminalthemes.iwwi.app/kitty/themes/github/dark-dimmed/
Native theme file: https://terminalthemes.iwwi.app/ports/kitty/github-dark-dimmed.conf
Follow these steps:
1. Save the file to ~/.config/kitty/<name>.conf.
2. Add include <name>.conf to ~/.config/kitty/kitty.conf.
3. Reload the Kitty configuration.
One-line install:
mkdir -p "$HOME/.config/kitty" && curl -fsSL "https://terminalthemes.iwwi.app/ports/kitty/github-dark-dimmed.conf" -o "$HOME/.config/kitty/github-dark-dimmed.conf" && { grep -qxF 'include github-dark-dimmed.conf' "$HOME/.config/kitty/kitty.conf" 2>/dev/null || printf '\ninclude %s\n' 'github-dark-dimmed.conf' >> "$HOME/.config/kitty/kitty.conf"; }
# Reload Kitty.
Inspect and back up my existing configuration first. Change only what this theme needs; do not overwrite unrelated settings. Ask before changing my default theme. After installing, verify the file exists and tell me which files changed.FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where does the GitHub Dark Dimmed theme go in Kitty?
Save the file to ~/.config/kitty/<name>.conf. Add include <name>.conf to ~/.config/kitty/kitty.conf.
How do I install GitHub Dark Dimmed in Kitty?
Download the GitHub Dark Dimmed configuration file from this page, run the one-line install command, or place the file in the Kitty location above. Reload the Kitty configuration.
Does GitHub Dark Dimmed keep its colors in Kitty?
Yes. It uses #1c2128 for the background, #adbac7 for the foreground, and the full 16-color ANSI palette, with 8.2:1 body contrast. Only the Kitty file format changes.
Can I use GitHub Dark Dimmed in another terminal?
Yes. The same palette exports to Herdr App, Ghostty, Alacritty, Kitty, iTerm2, and Windows Terminal; only the install path and file format change.
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