Lumos Obscura Instructions

Everything you need to know about using and enhancing Shopify Admin Dark Mode

Table of Contents

• Overview • Enabling Dark Mode • Enhance Dark Mode • Subscription & Billing • Common Issues & Fixes • FAQ • Contact Support

Overview

Welcome to Lumos Obscura, the ultimate dark mode enhancement for your Shopify Admin Panel!

While Shopify's built-in dark mode is a great start, Lumos Obscura takes it to the next level by addressing common issues and adding powerful features that make your admin experience smoother and more comfortable.

How Lumos Obscura Improves Your Shopify Admin

  • Perfect contrast - Optimized colors for reduced eye strain
  • Sync across tabs - Change in one tab applies to all
  • Fix inconsistencies - Corrects areas Shopify's built-in dark mode misses
  • Better readability - Improved typography in dark mode

Enabling Dark Mode in Shopify

Before enhancing your dark mode experience, you'll need to make sure Shopify's built-in dark mode is enabled. Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Access Your Shopify Admin

Log in to your Shopify store admin panel at https://admin.shopify.com

Shopify Admin Login

Shopify Admin Login Screen

Step 2: Open User Settings

Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the admin panel.

User Profile Menu

Click on your profile picture

Step 3: Toggle Dark Mode

In the dropdown menu, look for "Display settings" or "Theme" option and select "Dark" mode.

Dark Mode Toggle

Select "Dark" from the theme options

Note: Shopify's dark mode applies only to the current browser session. To enable cross-tab synchronization and improve the dark mode experience, continue to the next section.

How to Enhance Dark Mode (Browser Extension Guide)

To get the full Lumos Obscura experience, follow these steps to install our browser extension:

Step 1: Find the Extension in Your Browser's Store

The Lumos Obscura extension is available for all major browsers:

Chrome Chrome
Edge Edge
Firefox Firefox
Safari Safari

Search for "Lumos Obscura - Shopify Dark Mode Pro" in your browser's extension store.

Important: Due to Shopify guidelines, we cannot provide direct extension links from within the Shopify environment. Please visit your browser's extension store directly.

Step 2: Install the Extension

Click the "Add to Browser" or "Install" button to add Lumos Obscura to your browser.

Extension Installation

Installing the extension from Chrome Web Store

Step 3: Pin the Extension (Optional)

For easy access, you may want to pin the extension to your browser toolbar.

Pin Extension

Pinning the extension to your browser toolbar

Why Our Extension Enhances Dark Mode

  • Seamless sync across tabs

    When you toggle dark mode in one tab, the change instantly applies to all your open Shopify Admin tabs.

  • Real-time updates

    Our extension detects new elements as they load and applies dark mode instantly, without page refresh.

  • Better compatibility

    Fixes inconsistencies in Shopify's native dark mode to ensure all UI elements display correctly.

Subscription & Billing

Free Trial

Every new installation comes with a 14-day free trial. During this time, you'll have full access to all Lumos Obscura features with no limitations.

Managing Your Subscription

After your trial ends, you can manage your subscription directly through Shopify Billing:

  1. Go to your Shopify Admin
  2. Click on "Settings" at the bottom of the left sidebar
  3. Select "Billing"
  4. Find "Lumos Obscura" in your active subscriptions
  5. Click "Manage" to update payment information or cancel

Pricing

We offer simple, transparent pricing:

  • Monthly: $4.99/month
  • Annual: $49.99/year (save 16%)

All pricing is in USD. Applicable taxes may be added based on your location.

Cancellation & Renewal

You can cancel your subscription at any time. Here are some common questions about cancellation:

What happens if I cancel during my free trial?

You'll continue to have access until your trial period ends. You won't be charged.

What if I cancel my paid subscription?

You'll continue to have access until the end of your current billing period. No refunds are provided for partial months/years.

How do I prevent automatic renewal?

Cancel at least 1 day before your renewal date to prevent the next billing cycle.

Common Issues & Fixes

Encountering issues with Lumos Obscura? Here are solutions to the most common problems:

Dark mode not applying?

Possible cause: Browser cache

Old CSS styles might be cached in your browser.

Solution:
  1. Clear your browser cache
  2. Hard refresh (Ctrl+F5 on Windows, Cmd+Shift+R on Mac)
  3. Restart your browser

Possible cause: Extension conflict

Another extension might be interfering with Lumos Obscura.

Solution:
  1. Temporarily disable other Shopify-related extensions
  2. If that fixes the issue, re-enable them one by one to identify the conflict

WebSocket not connecting?

Possible cause: Shopify permissions

Lumos Obscura might not have proper permissions to establish a connection.

Solution:
  1. Verify that your browser allows WebSocket connections
  2. Check your network settings or firewall configuration
  3. Try reinstalling the extension

Extension not detected?

Possible cause: Installation issues

The extension might not be properly installed or enabled.

Solution:
  1. Check if the extension is enabled in your browser's extension manager
  2. Verify that you're using the latest version
  3. Try removing and reinstalling the extension

Still having issues? Contact our support team through the contact form below.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Lumos Obscura work?

Lumos Obscura enhances Shopify's built-in dark mode by applying additional styles and optimizations to improve the color contrast, fix inconsistencies, and provide a seamless experience across all Shopify Admin pages. It uses browser extension APIs to detect and modify the interface in real-time.

Does it affect my Shopify store?

No, Lumos Obscura only affects the appearance of your Shopify Admin panel. It has no effect on your actual store or how your customers see your website. It's purely an enhancement for store owners and administrators.

Can I use it on multiple stores?

Yes! Your subscription allows you to use Lumos Obscura on any Shopify store you manage with the same browser. There's no limit to the number of stores where you can use it.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. Lumos Obscura doesn't collect, store, or transmit any of your Shopify data. The extension only modifies the visual appearance of your admin panel locally in your browser. We take privacy seriously and don't track your browsing activity or store data.

Will it slow down my browser?

Lumos Obscura is designed to be lightweight and efficient. It has a minimal impact on browser performance, applying styles only when needed and using optimized code to ensure your Shopify Admin remains responsive.

What if Shopify updates its interface?

We continuously monitor Shopify updates and quickly release compatibility updates whenever changes occur. Our team is committed to ensuring Lumos Obscura remains compatible with the latest Shopify Admin interface.

Contact Support

Having trouble with Lumos Obscura or have questions not answered in our FAQ? Our support team is here to help. Please fill out the form below, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Or email us directly at: support@lumosapp.example.com

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24 business hours.