Auto-Switch Themes on a Schedule (Focus, Night & Weekend Modes)

The Feature:

Add the ability to automatically transition between themes based on a user-defined schedule (time of day and/or day of the week).

How It Works:

Users can select a primary theme and an alternate "Scheduled Theme" (e.g., setting a start/end time or selecting specific days like Monday–Friday). The launcher handles the switch silently in the background.

Use Cases & Impact:

  • Deep Focus: Automatically switch to a minimal, monochrome theme during working hours to reduce app distractions.

  • Work/Life Balance: Revert to a vibrant, colorful theme on weekends and evenings when off the clock.

  • Digital Wellbeing: Trigger an ultra-minimal theme (e.g., dark mode, hidden icons) late at night to help wind down before bed.

Why this fits Niagara Launcher's core design principles:

  • Simple: Requires only a basic time/day toggle under the existing Theme settings. No complex conditional rules required.

  • Impactful: Directly enhances productivity and digital wellbeing—two primary reasons users choose minimal launchers like Niagara.

  • Independent: If a user doesn't set a schedule, the launcher behaves exactly as it does today. It adds zero complexity to the everyday user experience if left disabled.

  • Universal: Time-based scheduling relies on standard system clocks, working flawlessly across all devices and regions.

Category
Digital Wellbeing

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Feature Request

Date

About 2 hours ago

Author

Kartik Hariharan

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