
GTK3/4 Themes arc arc-dark blue dark icons
Source (link to git-repo or to original if based on someone elses unmodified work): https://github.com/rtlewis88/rtl88-Themes/tree/Arc-Darkest
Arc-Darkest is a flat, dark-mode theme with transparent elements, for GTK, xfwm4, openbox-3, GNOME-Shell, and Cinnamon desktop environments. Arc-Darkest also has two varieties of matching Icons and Folders.
This is the matching desktop theme.
FOR ICONS & FOLDERS CLICK LINK BELOW DEFAULT IMAGE AT TOP OF PAGE.
The new rankings are still coming in for 2020, and Arc-Darkest enjoys another #1 & also a #6 spot in the GTK Linux world - according to top Linux/GTK sites: 'itsfoss,' and 'ubuntupit.' Thanks again faithful users! https://itsfoss.com/best-gtk-themes/ https://www.ubuntupit.com/best-mate-themes-for-linux/
The well-embraced standard Arc theme has always been available in the three variants of Arc, Arc-Dark, and Arc-Darker; but, at last, a fourth and measurably even darker dark-Arc has arrived on the GTK+ scene. Even at it dimmest, the earlier Arc variants have never quite satisfied those who need the lights turned down real low, but this fourth variant should fix all of that.
The forth Arc desktop theme darkens only six elements, on the whole, but where it happens makes all the difference. Significantly, keeping the official Arc hues, contrasts, and structure wholly intact was foremost in this project's objective. Thus, nothing is altered one tiny bit in those crucial areas - as the existent, intact, Arc hues are pragmatically darkened.
Moreover, the signature Arc-Blue hue is not darkened or altered in any way via the new Arc-Darkest variant. The goal was invariably to keep Arc as we know it, while merely darkening the elements necessary to align with the brightness values more associated with what heavy users demand from dark themes. We hope we achieved that for you.
Special thanks to horst3180 at: https://github.com/horst3180/Arc-theme, for initially advancing Arc, and for inspiration. Further thanks to NicoHood at: https://github.com/NicoHood/arc-theme, for keeping Arc alive and great, more currently.
Both the Suru++ and the Numix icons and folders have been carefully crafted to match the new Arc-Darkest desktop scheme, but they can surely compliment other desktop themes that sport matching color hues.
Special thanks to the Numix team for their inspiration, expertise and contributions at: https://github.com/numixproject/numix-icon-theme. The Suru-grounded icon set was initially designed and developed by Sam Hewitt - under GPL3. The original Suru icon set and concept was created by Matthieu James - Canonical Design Team. Core developers are Andrea Bonanni (original author) and Gustavo Costa . Devices icons are inspired by La Capitaine created by Keefer Rourke - under GPL3/MIT. Emoji icons are derived from the Twenoji created by Twitter Team - under MIT. Some icons are based on Numix mimetypes icons created by the Numix Team - under GPL3. Devices and places icons and several apps icons are inspired by Papirus icons created by Alexey Varfolomeev - under GPL3. Numberless icons are from Gravit Designer, under GPL3/MIT.
Manual Installation Is Easy:
For themes: 1) Extract the "tar.xz" file into your "~/.themes/" folder - to install for current user only - or into the "/usr/share/themes/" folder - for the theme to be applied globally. 2) Use the GNOME Tweak Tool or an equivalent app to enable it for your desktop.
If installing manually, make sure to install the dependency: "Murrine theme engine" if you do not already have it; and update your GTK+packages if you have not.
For icons: 1) Extract the "tar.xz" file into your "~/.icons/" folder - to install for current user only - or into the "/usr/share/icons/" folder - for the icons and folders to be applied globally. 2) Use the GNOME Tweak Tool or an equivalent app to enable them for your desktop.
Logging out and then logging back in may be necessary on some operating systems to fully implement themes and icons.
10-12-20: Version 1.8.4 2 months ago
This update sees the standard and 3.36 flavor variants get enhancements. Here, each of the Arc base hue was applied to the GS App-Grid page control elements (big dots on right side). Previously, these elements rendered white. Commit: c8bdae
10-12-20: Version 1.8.4 2 months ago
This update sees the standard and 3.36 flavor variants get enhancements. Here, each of the Arc base hue was applied to the GS App-Grid page control elements (big dots on right side). Previously, these elements rendered white. Commit: c8bdae
26-11-20: Version 1.8.3 3 months ago
This update see the 3.38 version receive modifications. Here, the panel text was lightened, to better align with the theme's specs, Also, the GS App-Grid's control button text was made bold and pure white upon active state (press/click). Commit: 33ed52
25-10-20: Version 1.8.2 4 months ago
This update see the 3.38 version added, to accommodate the newest GTK' and GNOME/GS systems.The newest 3.38 version is totally rebuilt, from the ground up, reflecting 420 modifications. Commit: 50128d
18-05-20: Version 1.8.1 9 months ago
This update sees functional enhancements for 3.36 variant. Here, GNOME-Shell slider and scrollbar elements receive coloring vis-a-vis theme-flavor's base hue (where they were they used to be white/gray). For other variant, these enhancements were performed during previous update. Commit: 481222
19-04-20: Version 1.8 10 months ago
This update sees a complete reconstruction, and addition of new variant. Modifications include 423 changes and additions, across all platforms, save for GTK2. This exhaustive upgrade was due to major shifts in the ecosystem, namely the arrival of GNOME 3.36. Since most users are still on earlier versions, the original variant will still be retained, and refreshed, for the foreseeable future. Commit: 5b308a
11-03-20: Version 1.7.6 11 months ago
This update sees more functional enhancements. Here, GNOME-Shell search window text-elements receive coloring vis-a-vis theme-flavor's base hue (where they were previously gray). Commit: b1ac455
28-02-20: Version 1.7.5 1 year ago
This update sees functional enhancements. Here, GNOME-Shell slider and scrollbar elements receive coloring vis-a-vis theme-flavor's base hue (where they were previously white and gray). Commit: 032baa
11-02-20: Version 1.7.4 1 year ago
App-indicators and other functional elements see the classic arc hue added this update, vis-a-vis the GNOME-Shell. Commit: 24156b
26-01-20: Version 1.7.3 1 year ago
Thus update showcases notable modifications to the GNOME-Shell, including better functionality vis-a-vis menus, as well as, a few hue and saturation adjustments, to line up the 'selected' elements with its GTK-2/3 counterparts. GTK-2 text was also modified to improve elemental definition and readability. Finally, Plank saw minimum modifications, which primarily keep it integrated with evolving theme standards.
09-12-19: Version 1.7.2 1 year ago
38 color modifications were applied to gtk-3.0, gtk-2.0, and plank. These adjustments improve visibility of assets utilizing the Arc-Blue hue; and definition vis-a-vis radio and other non-principle buttons.
01-12-19: Version 1.7.1 1 year ago
This update embraces multiple color tweaks, to include: 7 changes to xfwm4; 10 dash & dock changes; 1 plank change; 1 openbox-3 change; 3 metacity changes; 1 gtk-3 change; 6 gtk-2 changes; and 6 cinnamon changes. The intention, here, was to add more elemental definition vis-a-vis text and scroll/selection components.
15-11-19: Version 1.7 1 year ago
79 modifications to Arc-Darkest across most platforms . Due to user requests, the Arc's traditional 'selected' text is no longer a dark value. When scrolling over most applicable elements, the text color will now be an off-white hue and value. Other minor color tweaks also apply to this update.
07-11-19: Version 1.6.2 1 year ago
Assets adjustments and color tweaks. Namely, the close buttons have been altered to better match values present in this measurably darker variety of Arc.
27-10-19: Version 1.6.1 1 year ago
Assets adjustments, tweaks, and re-coloring (namely close buttons) totaling 16 - including: 3 changes to xfwm4, 6 changes to gtk, 1 change to plank, 3 changes to metacity, 1 change to gtk3, 1 change to gnome-shell, and one change to cinnamon. Unaffected complimentary products' version numbers adjusted to match suite.
18-10-19: Version 1.6 1 year ago
Fresh Build
11-10-19: Version 1.5 1 year ago
Dialog Button Tweaks
01-10-19: Version 1.4.4 1 year ago
Assets Adjustments
24-09-19: Version 1.4.4 1 year ago
Border Adjustments
15-09-19: Version 1.4.3 1 year ago
Gtk-2 Adjustments
07-09-19: Version 1.4.2 1 year ago
Assets Adjustments
30-08-19: Version 1.4.1 1 year ago
Shell Text Color Adjustment
20-08-19: Version 1.4 1 year ago
Shell-Menu Color Tweaks, Suru Icons Resolution Adjustments
12-08-19: Version 1.3 1 year ago
App-Grid Tweaks, Icon Color Tweaks
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Just only little problem on Ubuntu 20.04. The Ubuntu Software (app store) has an invisible UI. I am noticing this across all non-native themes. Would there be a possibility of a fix?
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accessibilitydoc
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This is the only Arc I have seen that gets a seal of approval for accessibility. The other ones are just too muddled for contrast and clarity. Its not their fault, I know, it is just how it was designed... strictly for good eyes. Thank you for producing an Arc the others can use. I did read the normal variant is very popular, and the color is also amazing on the normal variant, that is why some hated not being able to use it. Blessings to you!
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In the mean time, make sure your not actually running your rig with 3.24 ;)
Take care.
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https://cn.opendesktop.org/img/a/6/1/f/78f61941a1aebbbefd4d3341cbac419eaf94.png
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