Hey man, thanks. I’m really glad I found this. I’ve been using my iPhone for years now but none of this is adjustable.The problem I have is I’m color blind. The default purple fuchsia kind of color it really hard for me to see in the daytime. The black color was awesome red was awesome. So, your video has convinced me to ditch my phone as a GPS go back to using a Garman. Thanks so much
You can also try TomTom GO for the phone (iPhone or Android) which does allow for color changes. It's not free, but there is a free trial period that will allow you to test the color themes. It won't have as much contrast as my Garmin themes do, but it is another option you can check out.
Downloaded the line colors and tried them on the Garmen DriveSmart 86 and sure enough, they work well. Believe it or not, as funky as black is, it’s prefect for me, especially on bright days. At night the default colors are actually good. Curious, how did you create these themes? Is there a toolbox or something similar? Thanks again.
Just got a DriveSmart 66 in UK. New themes did not work at all. As soon as new theme selected sat nav went into startup loop and would not change to new theme. Maybe a Garmin software update to prevent this type of install?
Thanks for the really useful video and alternative map themes. I find the black line and the extra wide pink line very useful. On your video the road nfo at the top of your garmin screen is in white on a black background ... I would LOVE to know how you get that! My drivesmart 61 only shows white on a grey background which I can hardly see. I can't find how to change this. Any solution would be really appreciated ..... Thanks
The top text bar area is actually green, the camera makes it look black. If you want to see bigger/better fonts with better contrast, you might want to try a used nuvi 2699. See my video on the 2599 (the 2699 is just a 6" version of that). The video shows both top text bar modes where in residential it's black-on-light-gray and on highways it's white-on-green, with the difference that it has bigger/thicker fonts compared to the DS61, especially for highway exit numbers. ruclips.net/video/YWOaKr_Uvw4/видео.html
I tried to do this on my Mac but unfortunately Garmin no longer is mounted as an external drive on Macs because, they say, Apple changed their file structure. Oh well.
Chances are it will. Connect your DS55 to your computer, copy the theme files into the Garmin's Themes or Themes/Map folder and they should be available as options on reboot.
@@sat103 Thanks for the reply, I've tried everything. Even contacted Garmin support. They told me it was not possible on my New DS-55 with traffic downloaded 9.40 version. I believe they are incorrect due to the fact I was somehow able to add the additional arrow and vehicle colors still not sure how. But I was unable to get the route colors to appear as an option. I really enjoy your videos their not only very informative/educational, but very entertaining as well. Especially the commentary throughout the videos. "you know why, cuz it's better." " I don't have Alexa, because I think it's garbage." etc. I couldn't agree with you more. Thanks again for all the great content.
Has anyone with a Garmin DriveSmart 55 with traffic successfully installed the "Sat103 color/route path option mod" ? The factory default pink purple fuchsia thing has to go. The "Sat103 Mod" is a fantastic option and very helpful for different peoples visual acuity. GARMIN ARE YOU LISTENING ???
Hey man, thanks. I’m really glad I found this. I’ve been using my iPhone for years now but none of this is adjustable.The problem I have is I’m color blind. The default purple fuchsia kind of color it really hard for me to see in the daytime. The black color was awesome red was awesome. So, your video has convinced me to ditch my phone as a GPS go back to using a Garman. Thanks so much
You can also try TomTom GO for the phone (iPhone or Android) which does allow for color changes. It's not free, but there is a free trial period that will allow you to test the color themes. It won't have as much contrast as my Garmin themes do, but it is another option you can check out.
Downloaded the line colors and tried them on the Garmen DriveSmart 86 and sure enough, they work well. Believe it or not, as funky as black is, it’s prefect for me, especially on bright days. At night the default colors are actually good. Curious, how did you create these themes? Is there a toolbox or something similar? Thanks again.
So glad I found your video again Seen it a while ago and forgot to download the files.
Why does it say "File not found. Check the file name and try again?" None of them will add to my themes folder :(
Merci beaucoup pour ce tutoriel.Tout fonctionne à merveille.
Just got a DriveSmart 66 in UK. New themes did not work at all. As soon as new theme selected sat nav went into startup loop and would not change to new theme. Maybe a Garmin software update to prevent this type of install?
I'll see about making some new 66/76/86-compatible themes
Great Video. Question: can you also change the color of the warning field (fi used for warning speed cameras) on top of the screen ? If yes, how
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For *2D MODE USE* themes, see this video ruclips.net/video/_cmNCQj3-M0/видео.html
How did you get the X Wing icon?
Many thanks indeed. It is very good of you to share.
Thanks for the really useful video and alternative map themes. I find the black line and the extra wide pink line very useful. On your video the road nfo at the top of your garmin screen is in white on a black background ... I would LOVE to know how you get that! My drivesmart 61 only shows white on a grey background which I can hardly see. I can't find how to change this. Any solution would be really appreciated ..... Thanks
The top text bar area is actually green, the camera makes it look black. If you want to see bigger/better fonts with better contrast, you might want to try a used nuvi 2699. See my video on the 2599 (the 2699 is just a 6" version of that). The video shows both top text bar modes where in residential it's black-on-light-gray and on highways it's white-on-green, with the difference that it has bigger/thicker fonts compared to the DS61, especially for highway exit numbers. ruclips.net/video/YWOaKr_Uvw4/видео.html
Well found the Garmin folder opened it found no record of any file called Themes can anyone offer any help
Man, that red rocks!
Is that model good for truckers?
Get Garmin Dēzl if you want a truck driver navigation GPS.
I tried to do this on my Mac but unfortunately Garmin no longer is mounted as an external drive on Macs because, they say, Apple changed their file structure. Oh well.
Well using the Garmin Drivesmartdrive 65 with traffic cant seem to add Theme line color Change can anyone help....
Good Job ,Thanks :)
I like that bright green line. The default purple is ugly.
how do I make just the active road route green ????
Thank You so much :)
Great video, wish this would work on my Drivesmart 55 with traffic.
Chances are it will. Connect your DS55 to your computer, copy the theme files into the Garmin's Themes or Themes/Map folder and they should be available as options on reboot.
@@sat103 Thanks for the reply, I've tried everything. Even contacted Garmin support. They told me it was not possible on my New DS-55 with traffic downloaded 9.40 version. I believe they are incorrect due to the fact
I was somehow able to add the additional arrow and vehicle colors still not sure how. But I was unable to get the route colors to appear as an option. I really enjoy your videos their not only very informative/educational, but very entertaining as well. Especially the commentary throughout the videos. "you know why, cuz it's better." " I don't have Alexa, because I think it's garbage." etc. I couldn't agree with you more. Thanks again for all the great content.
Has anyone with a Garmin DriveSmart 55 with traffic successfully installed the "Sat103 color/route path option mod" ? The factory default pink purple fuchsia thing has to go. The "Sat103 Mod" is a fantastic option and very helpful for different peoples visual acuity.
GARMIN ARE YOU LISTENING ???
Will this work withe the garmin dezl series?
Yes.
Where can I download?
I know. I can't figure it out either 😕
Download link is in the description
Boa noite no garmin nuvi 42 não funcionou 😢
A nuvi 42 não apoia temas, lamento. Um GPS do mesmo tamanho que suporta os temas é o nuvi 2455 ou 2495.