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I'd like to change the data entry form (add/edit) to a black background with gold text (#D69F4E)

Is it better to export the Gray Theme and modify it then import as custom 'Gold' Theme or just modify the resulting adminlte.css file?

Which objects are used for form bg and text?

You better export from the available Themes, modify some settings, and then export it to your own Theme.