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I can only think of two things that I really would like HN to implement:

1. Dark mode

2. Two-factor authentication for better account security

Apart from that (and maybe a better API to help with third-party apps), HN is perfect. The minimal (should I say retro?) UI just adds to the charm of the site. Consider it repellent for those who aren't ready for the HN atmosphere.

1. Dark mode

Ublock Origin filters are great workaround

https://rich.sh/2024/03/20/hn-theme

just update a few lines:

# Text

news.ycombinator.com##.c00:style(color: #fafafa !important)

# Inputs

news.ycombinator.com##input[type="text"], input[type="url"], textarea :style(background-color: inherit; border: 1px solid #d4d4d4; color: #000000 !important)

I'm already using Dark Reader. It'd just be nice to have an official dark theme.

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