Themes
SAP supports visual themes that change the look of the interface, in both SAP GUI and Fiori. Themes are more than cosmetic: they aid readability, accessibility and consistency, and help distinguish systems (e.g. production from test).
High-contrast and adjustable themes support users with visual needs, an important, sometimes mandatory, consideration.
- SAP GUI offers selectable themes (such as the modern Belize/Quartz-style themes versus older ones) that change colours, fonts and…
- Fiori uses theming through the theme designer, letting organisations apply their branding (colours, logo) and offering standard…
- A common best practice is to theme systems differently, for example a distinct colour for production, so users can instantly tell…
- Watch out: Identical themes across systems, easy to act in the wrong one.
Themes in SAP GUI
SAP GUI offers selectable themes (such as the modern Belize/Quartz-style themes versus older ones) that change colours, fonts and controls. Users can choose a theme for comfort, and administrators can standardise one for consistency.
Themes in Fiori
Fiori uses theming through the theme designer, letting organisations apply their branding (colours, logo) and offering standard themes including high-contrast options for accessibility. The launchpad and all apps then share a consistent look.
A practical safety use
A common best practice is to theme systems differently, for example a distinct colour for production, so users can instantly tell which system they are in. This simple visual cue helps prevent the serious mistake of acting in production thinking it is test.
Accessibility
High-contrast and adjustable themes support users with visual needs, an important, sometimes mandatory, consideration.
Common pitfalls
- Identical themes across systems, easy to act in the wrong one.
- Ignoring accessibility themes.
- Over-customised branding that hurts readability.