Slack v26.05.40.0 forces dark mode with no working toggle
A specific Slack version update locks the app into dark mode regardless of user display settings. The dark mode toggle in settings has no effect and reinstalling does not resolve the issue. Affects readability for users who rely on light mode for accessibility or preference.
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