DU only loading in standard format

[callous taoboy]

Having an issue with DU loading only in standard format on Safari. This is on an iMac using Monterey 12.6.7 (latest). I was able to switch it to mobile, but now that won’t work either. If anyone has had this issue and knows how to resolve I’d appreciate some help.

[TexasTowelie]

1. I don't know anything about Apple products,

but this sounds like it might have something to do with the overall problems most of us are experiencing in that there are two servers that operate DU, one for the threads and replies, while the other server is the "style" formatter. There may something that is getting caught in the cache of Safari that is causing a problem.

Quickest guess and fix: Close Safari and reopen it. If you feel adventurous you can open the settings and empty the cache.

If that doesn't work, my fallback is to log off DU and the iMAC, then turn off the power. Wait a minute and turn on your device.

It's frustrating, but it might be more productive than tinkering with the settings either on DU or for the entire iMac.

[callous taoboy]

2. Thanks TexasTowelie-

This has been a persistent problem for almost a week, and it is impacting my morning ritual negatively. It just came out of the blue. It also started happening on my MacBook Pro, but seems to have settled back into the “classic” format.

If your diagnosis is correct, I wish the admins would address it. I have tried using the “ask the Administrators” page twice and haven’t heard back. Maybe I’ll try emptying the cache.

Thanks again.

[Tetrachloride]

3. try other browsers: firefox, brave, omniweb, vivaldi

[callous taoboy]

4. Clearing the cache worked.

How do I format DU for dark mode?

[TexasTowelie]

5. It isn't available for DU yet.

You'll have to set that in Safari so I can't help you beyond that.

[callous taoboy]

6. Huh. I saw this in another post:

https://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1018&pid=1849348

Wondering if usonian created this to show what it would look like. I really wish DU would offer Dark Brandon mode. My old eyes don’t like computer glare.

[TexasTowelie]

7. It's supposed to be a new feature on DU4 when it is released.

I think that it going to be released within the next couple of months so it won't be long until dark mode.

[callous taoboy]

8. Another poster told me about an app

that allows you to visit every site in dark mode which I am using now and it is so much better for my eyes.
But cool that DU will have it soon for everybody. Saves on electricity as well. Thanks again.