SQL ShadesReviews of sqlshades.com

the hidden dark mode of SSMS is fine, but nowhere near as good as the dark mode that SQL Shades achieves. It would take me forever to recreate the same dark mode going setting by setting. why waste so much time when you can add the SQL Shades plugin and get the best dark mode for SSMS?

Easy to add to SSMS and it does what it says - all the garish, harsh Windows white is changed to dark mode. I've had multiple screen share sessions get sidetracked as another developer realizes the grid view/object explorer are much easier to read and want to know how that was accomplished. The production server coloring is a nice feature - not as robust as SSMS Toolpack but that extension isn't allowed at my company so I'm thankful for the "don't be stupid" red border!

SQL Shades has been a game-changer for my daily workflow in SSMS. It's refreshing to see such an impactful solution to a long-standing issue, Microsoft was not able to implement until today. Kudos for your dedication! Absolutely a must-have for any SSMS user (who loves a real dark mode)!

A fantastic tool which brings much needed cohesiveness to the Windows developer/DBA. Works as described and is always improving.

SQL Shades works as expected, it is great. i look forward to the possible Pro version 😁

Finally. I am so happy this exists and for SSMS20 too!

Thanks so much for bringing us SQL shades! I love it! I was tired of waiting for M$. Lol

As others said before me, SSMS was the only remaining app developers use daily that was lacking proper dark theme and this solved that problem. No more strike of light when switching from dark windows. I really love this and huge thanks to a developer who made it free.