Question 1

Should I use base16.nix or Stylix for theming my NixOS setup?

Accepted Answer

base16.nix is better for fine-grained control and flexibility with base16 schemes, while Stylix offers a more all-in-one approach with pre-configured app theming. Choose base16.nix if you need to override schemes or use multiple ones, but Stylix for easier out-of-the-box theming.

Question 2

How do I override a color scheme in base16.nix?

Accepted Answer

Use the mkSchemeAttrs function to create a scheme attrs with an override field, as shown in the README example where base00 is changed to '000000' for a completely black background in the nord scheme.

Question 3

What applications can I theme with base16.nix?

Accepted Answer

You can theme any application with a base16 template from the tinted-theming ecosystem, like zathura, neovim, and alacritty, as demonstrated in the tutorial. Custom templates can also be used for unsupported apps.

Question 4

Does base16.nix work with home-manager configurations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, base16.nix integrates seamlessly with home-manager via a module, allowing you to set schemes and theme user-level applications declaratively, similar to NixOS setups.

Question 5

How to fix YAML parsing errors in base16.nix?

Accepted Answer

Enable IFD by setting use-ifd to 'auto' or 'always' in the scheme configuration, or disable check-parsed-config-yaml for templates. The troubleshooting section details steps like fixing upstream YAML or submitting issues.

Question 6

Can I use custom templates with base16.nix?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can provide inline template strings using the template parameter, as shown in the override example where zathura's template is modified to change the background color.

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