Who can do it: Board editors
Which plans: Free, Starter, Business, Enterprise, Education
Which platforms: Browser, Desktop
Change the background color of your Miro boards to create a more comfortable viewing experience or to add a personal touch to your work. Choose from 11 background colors.
Changing the background color of your boards can enhance their visual appeal. Using darker colors like gray or black can potentially help reduce eye strain as well.
✏️ When you change the background color of a board, keep in mind that it will be updated for all users on the board. While darker background colors can help reduce eye strain, they do not replicate a full dark mode experience.
Change your board background color
- In the Board bar, select the vertical three dots.
The Main menu opens. - Select Board > Background Color
- Select a color.
The background color updates automatically.
Feature limitations
- Board background colors are not included when exporting boards.
- Board background colors will not be reflected in your board history.
Frequently asked questions
Why don't I see the option to change the board background color?
You may not have board editing permissions. Contact the board owner to request editing access, or ask them to change the background color for you.