Microsoft appears to be testing a new Windows 11 display feature called Screen Tint, which could give users more control over how their screen looks and feels during long sessions. The feature was spotted by Windows Insider phantomofearth in hidden form inside Windows 11 build 26300.8289. Microsoft has not officially announced it yet, so it may still change before release.
Night Light has been part of Windows for years. It gives the screen a warmer orange tone to reduce blue light, especially at night. Screen Tint looks more flexible. Instead of only offering one warm color, it appears to support several preset color overlays, a custom tint option, and a strength slider.
Screen Tint could make Windows 11 more comfortable for people who deal with glare, migraines, and strong contrast
The most useful part of Screen Tint is that it seems to be built around comfort, not just appearance. According to the early discovery, the feature includes six preset tint colors, and each one has a short explanation of what it may help with. Users can also set their own custom color if the presets do not feel right.
Pureinfotech reports that the feature appears under Settings > Accessibility > Screen tint. Microsoft’s description inside the hidden page says it shows a color overlay on the display to reduce eye strain and improve viewing comfort.
| Tint option | Possible use |
|---|---|
| Rose or pink tint | May help reduce migraine triggers and fluorescent sensitivity |
| Cool blue tint | May help users who are sensitive to glare |
| Natural gray tint | May make strong black-and-white contrast less tiring |
| Custom tint | Lets users pick a color that feels better for their own display |
This would make Screen Tint different from basic color filters or Night Light. It would not only be about reducing blue light before sleep. It could also help people who struggle with bright white backgrounds, harsh contrast, office lighting, or long reading sessions.
The strength slider may also be important. A tint that is too strong can make the whole screen feel strange, while a lighter tint may be enough to soften the display without changing colors too much. Giving users control over intensity would make the feature easier to adjust for different screens and lighting conditions.
It is still too early to say when Screen Tint will arrive for everyone. The feature is hidden in a preview build, and Microsoft has not shared a release date. Hidden Windows features are often tested for weeks or months, and some never reach the public version in the same form.
Still, the idea makes sense. More people now spend long hours in front of laptops and monitors, and display comfort is not the same for everyone. Some users want warmer colors at night, others need softer contrast during the day, and some need special tinting because of light sensitivity.
If Microsoft ships Screen Tint, it could become a useful upgrade to Windows 11’s accessibility tools. Night Light is simple, but Screen Tint looks more personal. That could make it more useful for people who want their PC screen to match their eyes, not the other way around.
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