Theme Variants
SilkCircuit offers five distinct variants, each tuned for different environments and preferences.
Overview
| Variant | Background | Intensity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neon | #12101a | 100% | Maximum vibrancy |
| Vibrant | #0f0c1a | 85% | Balanced energy |
| Soft | #1a1626 | 70% | Extended sessions |
| Glow | #0a0816 | 100%+ | Low-light environments |
| Dawn | #faf8ff | Light | Bright rooms & daytime |
Switching Variants
Via Configuration
lua
require("silkcircuit").setup({
variant = "dawn", -- or "neon", "vibrant", "soft", "glow"
})At Runtime
vim
:SilkCircuit neon
:SilkCircuit vibrant
:SilkCircuit soft
:SilkCircuit glow
:SilkCircuit dawnYour preference is automatically saved for future sessions.
Variant Comparison
Dark Variants
All dark variants share the same semantic color mappings. Only the intensity and backgrounds differ:
- Neon: Pure, saturated colors at maximum intensity
- Vibrant: Slightly reduced saturation, easier on the eyes
- Soft: Gentler colors for marathon coding sessions
- Glow: Ultra-dark backgrounds with pure neon colors for maximum contrast
Light Variant
Dawn is a complete light theme with inverted colors optimized for bright environments:
- Light purple-tinted backgrounds
- Deep, saturated accent colors for contrast
- Same semantic color meanings (purple = keywords, cyan = functions)
Choosing Your Variant
When to Use Each Variant
Neon: When you want maximum visual impact and are working in a dark room.
Vibrant: For everyday use with a good balance of energy and comfort.
Soft: For long coding sessions, especially late at night.
Glow: In very dark environments or when using high-contrast monitors.
Dawn: During daytime, in well-lit rooms, or when working outdoors.
Learn More
Explore each variant in detail: