Old 02-20-2015, 02:26 PM   #1
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Default A tip for the nightworkers...

...I mean a tip for those using computers at night, like I sometimes do.

https://justgetflux.com/

Ran about this in another forum.
Of course I can't verify what they write but it seems plausible to me (I mean it's a free app, what reason should they have to claim some crap...)

I have it now running for about a week or so, and although it took a bit getting used to at first I think I'll stick with it.
Doesn't make sense for "color-critical" work of course (e.g. Photoshop stuff), but it's ok for doing Reaper work or web browsing at night, actually I find it even pleasant to the eyes in a way the more I get used to it (have it running at 2700k at night currently).
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Old 02-20-2015, 02:54 PM   #2
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I think it is pretty well documented by now that (expecially) the blue light from screens disrupts your sleep hormone system. On my Android tablet, which I read books on in bed, I have installed a blue light filter and (placebo or not) I do think I sleep better since I've started doing that.

EDIT: Yeah, the f.lux guys link to one study https://justgetflux.com/news/2014/12/22/study.html
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Have been using this for a while, also on (jailbroken) iOS devices. Pretty nice.

It's great for doing stuff before going to sleep, but of course, sometimes you actually *want* to stay awake when you're working during the night.

Another cheap trick on OS X that may (or may not) result in better visibility at night time: press CTRL+ALT+CMD+8 to invert colors. Also hilarious to do this with your friends who don't know about this yet, and then watch them panic about what causes it.
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Old 02-20-2015, 04:36 PM   #4
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Another cheap trick on OS X that may (or may not) result in better visibility at night time: press CTRL+ALT+CMD+F8 to invert colors. Also hilarious to do this with your friends who don't know about this yet, and then watch them panic about what causes it.
it doesn't work for me


just tried to download this flux, it looks interesting...just need to figured out the best way to set it...

EDIT: it's 8 not F8 that's cool, i'm ready to panic my bosses
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Old 02-20-2015, 04:57 PM   #5
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EDIT: it's 8 not F8 that's cool, i'm ready to panic my bosses
Oh sorry, indeed, it's plain 8. Have fun watching your bosses go nuts. Perhaps have a camera running.
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not for me thanks... not matter the time of day or night, I want my whites to be white.. all my bulbs but for one or two are daylight bulbs... I really hate that 'warm white' and those yellow white color temperature.... so, just me...carry on
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Old 02-20-2015, 09:27 PM   #7
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not for me thanks... not matter the time of day or night, I want my whites to be white.. all my bulbs but for one or two are daylight bulbs... I really hate that 'warm white' and those yellow white color temperature.... so, just me...carry on
You should give it a shot, it really does make a big difference. you can disable it per app (Premiere, photoshop, lightroom etc.) it will fade to tinted when you switch to other apps.
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you can disable it per app (Premiere, photoshop, lightroom etc.) it will fade to tinted when you switch to other apps.
I thought that's planned but not implemented yet currently ?
From the f.lux FAQ

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https://justgetflux.com/faq.html

So how you're doing this or are you talking about another similar app ?
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not for me thanks... not matter the time of day or night, I want my whites to be white.. all my bulbs but for one or two are daylight bulbs... I really hate that 'warm white' and those yellow white color temperature.... so, just me...carry on
Yes, I would definitely give it a try. I've been using it for years. It fades gradually so you don't really notice it. The moment of clarity is when you've been using the pc all evening and you disable it - your eyes will suddenly be exposed to the glaring whites and it will become clear how much this tires your eyes. That was my experience anyway.
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I thought that's planned but not implemented yet currently?
It's already implemented in the current version.
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your eyes will suddenly be exposed to the glaring whites and it will become clear how much this tires your eyes. That was my experience anyway.
After seeing bright light, your eyes also need about 45 minutes to 'reset' before you can see well in the dark. Especially useful if your spouse is worth looking at in the bedroom.
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I just checked my settings and it said "The sun is up - Go outside!"

Told you this app is smart.
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It's already implemented in the current version.
I don't see anywhere in the settings how to disable it per app
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I don't see anywhere in the settings how to disable it per app
It's in the context menu. Click icon in Menu Bar > Disable > [current app].
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And there is always the uninstaller option if you dont like it....
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I was turned on to the app a while back. I use it on my work computer, and have found my eyes aren't nearly as fatigued after sitting in front of 2 screens all day when I have it enabled (to a slight degree).

I also downloaded it for my phone, but it seemed to change the colors too drastically (even when trying to adjust it to be subtle), so I uninstalled it.

I also have it on my TV, set appropriately so I hardly even notice it.
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