Save as PDF dropdown does not respect ChatGPT dark mode

ChatGPT Bugs
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The dropdown menu opened from the “Save as PDF” button does not respect the ChatGPT dark-mode theme.

ChatGPT is currently displayed in dark m

ode, and the rest of the interface uses the dark theme correctly. However, when I click the dropdown arrow next to “Save as PDF”, the entire options panel appears with a white/light background.

This creates a significant visual inconsistency because the surrounding ChatGPT interface is dark while the dropdown suddenly switches to a light theme.

Steps to reproduce:

  1. Open ChatGPT in a desktop browser.
  2. Use ChatGPT with the interface in dark mode.
  3. Open a conversation.
  4. Click “Save as PDF”.
  5. Click the dropdown arrow beside the button.
  6. Observe the options/settings panel.

Expected behavior:
The dropdown should automatically follow ChatGPT’s current theme and use a dark background, dark-mode text, borders, and controls when ChatGPT is in dark mode.

Actual behavior:
The dropdown is rendered using a light/white theme even though ChatGPT is in dark mode.

Impact:
This is primarily a UI/UX consistency issue. It makes the interface look visually broken and reduces readability/consistency for users who use dark mode.

Environment:

  • OS: Windows
  • Browser: Google Chrome
  • ChatGPT: Web
  • Theme: Dark mode
  • Date observed: August 10, 2026

Screenshot: Attached.

Please consider making this dropdown automatically inherit ChatGPT’s active light/dark theme.

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Hey @Umeshh,

That would definitely make things difficult to read. There have been a few updates to the UI since this post was originally made.

If you're still experiencing this issue, please contact support@openai.com with an updated screenshot and the other information you've already provided, and we'll be happy to take a closer look.

-Luke