To make your LED lights darker, you can generally try adjusting the light's settings using its remote or a control app, if applicable.
Adjusting LED Light Brightness
Many LED light strips and bulbs have settings for adjusting brightness. Here are common methods:
- Remote Control:
- Look for buttons with brightness or "dimming" symbols. Typically they are represented by a sun or a bulb.
- Press the dimmer buttons to lower the light intensity.
- On some remotes, you might have to hold a down button for 10 to 12 seconds, as mentioned in the reference. The reference, [Part of a video titled How to make BLACK on LED Light Strips! (Custom DIY ... - YouTube](), mentions this as a step in a specific process, so you may have to experiment with this in order to figure out how your remote functions.
- Control App:
- If your LED lights are connected to an app, navigate to the brightness control within the app.
- Slide the brightness bar or use the associated buttons to adjust the light level as desired.
- Inline Controller:
- Some LED strips have an inline controller with buttons or a dial for brightness adjustment.
- Use these controls to dim the lights to the appropriate level.
- Wall Dimmer:
- If your LED light fixtures are wired to a dimmer switch, use the dimmer to control the light’s intensity.
Troubleshooting
If you're unable to adjust the brightness using the above methods, here are some things to consider:
- Check the manual: Your LED light’s user manual should have specific instructions on how to control its brightness.
- Check for the correct type: Ensure that your light is dimmable. Some LEDs are not designed to be dimmed. Using a dimmer on non-dimmable LEDs can lead to problems.
