GitHub Light Theme

Official GitHub light theme for VS Code

GitHub Light

By Primer (GitHub) / Hyzeta

The official GitHub light theme with a clean white background and GitHub blue accent, matching the look of GitHub.com in light mode.

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Theme Information

Author: Primer (GitHub) / Hyzeta

Type: Light Theme

Description: Official GitHub light theme for VS Code

Theme ID: github-light

Source: GitHub Repository

Color Palette

GitHub Light uses a white and light grey base with dark text and GitHub blue (#0969da) for links and interactive elements.

Key Colors

  • Background: White and light grey (#f6f8fa)
  • Text: Dark grey (#1f2328)
  • Accent: GitHub blue

Usage

To use this theme, set the data-theme attribute:

html html 
<html lang="en" data-theme="github-light">

Or use the ThemeSwitcher component to switch themes dynamically.

Best For

  • Developers who prefer GitHub's native light look
  • Bright environments and high-contrast readability
  • Consistency with GitHub.com light appearance