Colour & Contrast for Accessible Design

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About Course

Choose colours that everyone can read. Learn the WCAG contrast ratios for text and interface elements, how to check them, why colour must never be the only way to convey information, and how to build an accessible colour palette for documents, slides, websites and charts.

Contrast ratios in this course were calculated with the WCAG formula; always check your own colours with a contrast checker. This course is general guidance, not legal advice on accessibility compliance.

What Will You Learn?

  • Know the WCAG contrast thresholds for text and non-text elements Check colour combinations with a contrast checker Avoid relying on colour alone to convey meaning Create accessible charts, documents and brand palettes

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Why colour and contrast matter
  • Contrast ratios in practice
  • Never rely on colour alone
  • Building an accessible palette

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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