Disregarding how quickly or efficiently studies have shown that we can
parse text under different color combinations...
I'm somewhat light sensitive and I can easily say that black text on a
white screen is something I can only handle for an hour or two at most
when I'm looking at a computer screen. I use a Mac and Adobe CS*, so
this means I take breaks on a regular basis to let my eyes "cool down".
When I'm writing code, however, green or orange text on a black
background is wonderful. I can sit in front of an editor all day long
in these colors and only take breaks to stretch my arms. It might be
more difficult for me to read the text (I honestly haven't noticed a
difference) but the overall amount of light hitting my eyes is much
lower and I can work more hours.
Back in the late 80s, I remember reading studies showing that
medium-orange on black was one of the best combinations in terms of
readability and eye strain. No idea who did the study or if it was ever
backed up with further research.
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J. Eric "jet" Townsend, CMU Master of Tangible Interaction Design '09
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