Nero Video 2026 Update Brings Dark Mode for a Sleeker Editing Experience

We’re excited to announce the 2026 update for Nero Video, and one of the most requested features has finally arrived: Dark Mode.

A Fresh Look for Modern Creators

Dark Mode transforms the Nero Video interface into a sleek, modern workspace that’s easier on the eyes, especially during long editing sessions or when working in low-light environments. With a darker color scheme and carefully optimized contrast, your videos stand out while the UI stays subtle in the background.

Why Dark Mode?

Many of you have asked for it, and here’s why it makes a difference:

🌙 Comfortable for the eyes – Reduce eye strain during extended editing hours.
🎬 Focus on your content – The darker UI ensures your video footage remains the star of the screen.
⚡ Modern aesthetic – A fresh, professional look that aligns with today’s creative software standards.

Flexible & Easy to Switch

We know editors like to have options. That’s why Dark Mode in Nero Video 2026 is easy to toggle. Switch between Light Mode and Dark Mode anytime in the settings, so you can adapt your workspace to your personal style and environment.

Available Now

The new Dark Mode is available with the Nero Video 2026 update, free for all existing Nero Video subscribers and included in the latest Nero Platinum Suite.

How to personalize your Nero Start?

With the latest update, you can customize how Nero Start looks and works. Follow the steps below to personalize your workspace:

Option 1: Product and Application Version Management

Steps:

Go to the top bar in Nero Start.
Click the Option button → select Customize View.
In the Product and Application Version Management category, choose your preferred mode:

Smart Stacking Mode (Recommended): Automatically launches the latest active version with one click.
Manual Selection Mode (Advanced): Select which product/version to launch for full control.

Option 2: Organize Your Apps

Steps:

Open the Option button → select Customize View.
In the Application Organization category, choose how your apps are displayed:

Group by Functional Category: Organizes apps by function.
Grid View: Arrange apps in a flexible grid layout.

Rearrange Apps:

If Group by Functional Category is selected, you can change the category order in the Customize View options.
To change an individual app’s position, go to Start view → right-click ‘…’ on the app → select Move.
Move the app to first/last or shift it left/right as needed.

Option 3: Change Banner Style

Steps:

Go to the top bar → click the Banner Style icon.
Select your preferred banner:

Nero Classic Red: Keep the classic look.
Frosted Purple Style: Refresh Nero Start with a modern frosted-glass effect (latest generation only).

Option 4: Customize Your Profile Avatar

Steps:

Go to the top bar → click your Account icon.
Click Edit to open the Change Avatar dialog.
Choose an avatar:

Select from Pre-set
Upload Your Own Picture: Choose an image from your device.
✨Try AI Online Avatar: Login with your Nero Account to create a brand-new avatar using the online AI tool.
- If your account has credits, trying the new AI avatar is free!

Note: The AI process has been updated with the latest AI model, giving you better results – it’s worth trying again!

How to create tutorials with Auto Zoom in Nero Screen Recorder?

Have you ever recorded a tutorial, presentation, or software walkthrough, only to find that viewers struggle to follow your mouse clicks? Manually highlighting clicks in post-editing can be time-consuming and tedious. With the new Auto Zoom feature in latest Nero Screen Recorder, the editor automatically zooms in on your clicks, making it easier than ever to guide your audience and save editing time.

Guide

1: Record Your Screen

Select the screen or window to record.
Start recording and perform your actions as usual.
Tip: Enable 60 FPS recording for smoother playback, especially for fast movements or gameplay.

2: Try Auto Zoom

After recording, in the built-in editor:

From Right Panel → Zoom.
Click Auto Zoom button → Auto Zoom will track your mouse clicks and highlight them during playback.
Playback automatically zoomed clicks and confirm clarity.
In Zoom mode, you can manually adjust the Zoom level in Manual tab.

3: Add zoom area manually

From timeline → Enable Add zoom area.

Move mouse to the position which you want to zoom → clicking to add

4: Review and Edit

Playback zoomed clicks and confirm clarity.
Optionally, trim, annotate, or enhance your video.

5: Exportieren

Export your video in the desired format.

Continue reading How to create tutorials with Auto Zoom in Nero Screen Recorder?

Nero Start release notes v.28.5.22.0

What’s New: Flexible Views and New Styles

This update gives you more control and flexibility in Nero Start, so you can organize and view your applications the way you prefer. Most of the new features are available to all users, while the stylish Frosted Purple Banner is exclusive to the latest generation upgrade.

🔹Product & App Version Management

Easily manage how your product versions are organized. Choose a smart automatic mode for simplicity, or switch to manual mode if you prefer full control.

- Smart Stacking Mode (Recommended): Let Nero Start automatically organize your product versions for a seamless experience. With one click, you always launch the latest application active version.
- Manual Selection Mode (Advanced): Prefer full control? Select your preferred product directly from the top banner bar whenever you need it.

🔹 Organize Apps Your Way

Decide how your applications are displayed in Nero Start and where they are placed. Create an overview that best matches your way of working.

Group apps by functional categories for a clear overview.
Arrange them in a flexible grid to match your workflow.
Use the right-click menu to change the position of your apps anytime, making your workspace exactly how you like it.

🔹 Fresh Banner Styles

Keep the classic style, or switch to the new Frosted Purple Style – a refreshed look with a frosted-glass effect that makes your Nero Start softer, clearer, and more enjoyable to use.

What’s New in Nero AI Image Upscaler 2026 (Release Notes – 28.5.8.0)

We are thrilled to announce a major update to Nero AI Image Upscaler, bringing new features, enhancements, and a streamlined user experience designed to elevate your image processing to new heights. This release represents our commitment to providing you with the most powerful and intuitive tools for transforming your digital images. Let’s dive into the exciting changes that await you!

👤 Enhanced Face Options: Bringing Your Portraits to Life

For those who frequently work with portraits and images containing faces, the new update introduces a dedicated Face Options section. This includes intelligent features like Face recovery and Skin retouch, designed to restore and enhance facial details with precision.

From subtle skin smoothing to recovering lost details in eyes and hair, these options give you professional-grade control over portrait enhancement. Best of all, you can now run these portrait features directly with local models, making the workflow faster and more flexible.

📏 Clearer Output Size Specification: Know Before You Process

Gone are the days of guessing the final dimensions of your upscaled images. The updated Upscale size option now provides immediate feedback, clearly displaying the resulting output resolution (e.g., “2x” will show “1280 x 784 px”). This transparency ensures you know exactly what to expect before hitting Process.

🎚️ Smarter Model Control: Intuitive and Precise

We’ve streamlined the AI model selection process and paired it with a new Model strength slider. Whether you’re working with Photograph, Anime, or other specialized models, you can now select and fine-tune them more easily—balancing subtle refinement with dramatic transformation at your fingertips.

💾 Faster Saving with Fewer Clicks

Saving your processed images is now quicker than ever. Instead of going through an extra confirmation step, results are directly exported according to the default file name and path rules. Fewer clicks, smoother workflow, faster results.

🌙☀️ Light & Dark Mode Support

We’ve added full support for Light Mode and Dark Mode, giving you the flexibility to choose the interface style that best fits your environment and personal preference. Whether you’re working in a bright studio or a dim editing room, Nero AI Image Upscaler now adapts seamlessly for a more comfortable experience.

🚀 Experience the Future of Image Upscaling Today!

This update is more than just an iteration—it’s a testament to our continuous effort to deliver cutting-edge technology with an unparalleled user experience. Update today and unlock the full potential of your images!

Get It Now 🛒