The Color Contrast Checker Tool is a vital resource for web designers and developers who want to ensure their websites are accessible to all users, including those with visual impairments. This tool helps in determining the contrast ratio between text and background colors, which is crucial for readability and compliance with accessibility standards.
Key Features
- Easy to Use: Simply input the color values for the text and background, and the tool will calculate the contrast ratio for you.
- Compliance Checker: The tool provides a quick check to see if your color combinations meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards.
- Live Preview: See a live preview of your text and background colors to ensure they look good in practice.
How to Use
- Enter Color Values: Input the hexadecimal color codes for your text and background.
- Calculate Contrast: Click the "Calculate" button to get the contrast ratio.
- Review Results: The tool will display the contrast ratio and indicate if it meets accessibility standards.
Example
Let's say you have a text color of #FFFFFF (white) and a background color of #000000 (black). The contrast ratio for this combination is 21:1, which is excellent for readability.
Tips for Good Contrast
- High Contrast: Aim for a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text.
- Large Text: For large text, a contrast ratio of at least 3:1 is recommended.
- Decorative Text: If text is purely decorative, you can have a lower contrast ratio.
Learn More
For more information on color contrast and accessibility, check out our Accessibility Guide.
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