Download Gruvbox: Start Your Better Coding Setup in Minutes

Download the Gruvbox with complete step-by-step installation guides for VS Code, Vim, Neovim, and Linux. Set up a clean, consistent, and comfortable coding environment in just a few minutes.

Why download

A theme built for long sessions

Choosing the right theme has a real impact on your daily workflow. A well-designed theme doesn’t just look good it makes code easier to read, easier to navigate, and far easier on your eyes hour after hour.

Reduce eye strain

Carefully tuned contrast keeps things readable through long coding sessions.

Improved readability

A palette designed around syntax, keywords, strings and comments each get their place.

Distraction-free

No neon. No noise. Just a calm surface that lets the code take center stage

Consistent everywhere

The same visual language across editors, terminals and desktop environments.

Professional feel

Used by thousands of developers worldwide, refined over years of real use.

Editor + terminal

First-class support from VS Code and JetBrains to Vim, Neovim and tmux.

Download Information

What's in the package

Everything you need to install, configure and start using Gruvbox across your favorite development tools in one place.

Theme name	Gruvbox
Type	Syntax highlighting theme
License	Open source
Platforms	Windows, Linux, macOS
Editors	VS Code, Vim, Neovim, JetBrains
Difficulty	Beginner friendly
Variants	Dark • Light • Hard • Medium • Soft

What's included

Dark and Light theme variants
Multiple contrast options (Hard, Medium, Soft)
Syntax highlighting profiles
Terminal color configurations
Editor integrations
Configuration examples
Community customization resources

variants

Pick the contrast that fits your eyes

Five variants, one consistent identity. Most developers settle on Dark Medium, the balance between clarity and comfort that made Gruvbox famous.

Preview, the Gruvbox palette that powers every variant.

const theme = 'gruvbox-dark';

Gruvbox Dark

The classic. Excellent readability for daily work.

const theme = 'gruvbox-light';

Gruvbox Light

For bright rooms and light-interface lovers.

const theme = 'hard-contrast';

Hard Contrast

Maximum visibility, strongest separation.

const theme = 'medium-contrast';

Medium Contrast POPULAR

The recommended balance — most popular.

const theme = 'soft-contrast';

Soft Contrast

Lower contrast for a smoother, calmer feel.

const theme = 'custom';

Custom

Tweak any variant via community configurations.

Installation

Install Gruvbox in minutes

Pick your editor and follow the steps. Each guide is short, Gruvbox is intentionally designed to be quick to install and immediately usable.

Preview, Gruvbox Dark Medium running in Visual Studio Code.

>_VS Code

Open Visual Studio Code

Go to the Extensions Marketplace

Search for "Gruvbox"

Install the preferred Gruvbox extension

Open the Command Palette

Choose Preferences → Color Theme

Pick your preferred Gruvbox variant

>_Vim

Install Gruvbox via your plugin manager

Open your .vimrc configuration file

Enable the gruvbox colorscheme

Save the configuration

Restart Vim

>_Neovim

Install Gruvbox through your plugin manager

Enable the colorscheme in init.lua / init.vim

Save your changes

Restart Neovim

>_Terminal Applications

Open terminal appearance settings

Import a Gruvbox color profile

Apply the configuration

Save changes — editor and terminal now share one palette

Platforms

Works on every modern setup

Gruvbox is loved by Linux users for its versatility, but it runs equally well on Windows and macOS. No special hardware needed, just install and go.

Windows 10
Windows 11
macOS
Ubuntu
Debian
Fedora
Arch Linux
Linux Mint
GNOME
KDE Plasma
XFCE
Cinnamon

Troubleshooting

Hit a snag? Try this first

Most installation issues resolve in a few minutes. Here are the three things to check when something looks off.

Theme doesn't appear

Colors look incorrect

Changes don't apply

FAQ's

Common Questions

Is Gruvbox free to use?

Yes. Gruvbox is completely free and open source.

Does Gruvbox work with VS Code?

Yes. Gruvbox is fully compatible with Visual Studio Code and can be installed from the Extensions Marketplace.

Can I use Gruvbox with Vim and Neovim?

Yes. Gruvbox was originally created for Vim users and works perfectly with Vim and Neovim.

Does Gruvbox support Linux?

Yes. Gruvbox works very well across Linux desktop environments and terminal applications.

Which Gruvbox version is most popular?

Gruvbox Dark with Medium Contrast is the most commonly used version.

Is Gruvbox suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is easy to install, simple to configure, and beginner friendly.

Can Gruvbox improve coding productivity?

Gruvbox helps create a cleaner and more focused coding environment, which can improve readability and reduce distractions during development.

Is Gruvbox available for both dark and light themes?

Yes. Gruvbox offers both Dark and Light variants, allowing users to choose the style that best fits their workflow.

Which editors support Gruvbox?

Gruvbox is supported by many popular editors, including VS Code, Vim, Neovim, JetBrains IDEs, and various terminal applications.

Can I customize Gruvbox colors and contrast settings?

Yes. Gruvbox provides multiple contrast options and can be customized further depending on the editor or platform being used.

Is Gruvbox suitable for professional development work?

Absolutely. Gruvbox is widely used by professional developers, DevOps engineers, system administrators, and open-source contributors.

Does Gruvbox work on Windows, Linux, and macOS?

Yes. Gruvbox is compatible with all major operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Is Gruvbox good for long coding sessions?

Yes. Its warm color palette and balanced contrast are specifically designed to reduce visual fatigue during extended periods of coding.

Where can I download and install Gruvbox?

You can download Gruvbox and find installation instructions directly from our Download Page, which includes setup guides for various editors and platforms.