Accessible Colors

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Basic Accessibility Checklist for Colors

  • Contrast for font 18 and higher is 3:1
  • Contrast for font below 18 is 4.5:1
  • Do not use color alone to convey information
  • Avoid using Red and Black or Red and Green Color Combinations
  • Be careful of text on images, ensure there is enough contrast between the foreground and background colors
  • Use available tools to check color contrast and simulation color blindness

    • Download Accessible Colors Checklist.pdf