Appearance
Does Dark Mode work on a Mac without a notch?
Yes — Dark Mode is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and the companion follows system light and dark appearance.
Last updated 2027-03-14
Notch-less Macs
iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and older notebooks can still use Dark Mode on a compatible display.
Why the cutout is optional
The product is a top-edge companion. The companion follows system light and dark appearance.