Enabling the Dark GUI Theme for Menus and Inventories

Activating the Dark Menu Interface

Embers includes a built-in Dark GUI that replaces the vanilla light-gray container backgrounds with a sleek, dark aesthetic designed to reduce eye strain.

1. Open Options from the main menu or pause screen.

2. Select Resource Packs.

3. Ensure the primary Embers pack or its dedicated menu module is placed in the Selected column on the right side of the screen.

4. Click Done to reload the game's interface textures.

Verifying Dark GUI and Item Readability

1. Open your player inventory (default key E), a crafting table, or a chest.

2. Inspect the interface container: the surrounding frame, slots, and window borders will now display in a dark slate tone.

3. Place recolored items—such as polished diamond or netherite tools—inside the slots to check visibility. The high-contrast dark backdrop makes item silhouettes, animated blocks, and cracking tool overlays significantly easier to distinguish at a glance.