Color Contrast Checker
Check the contrast ratio between two colors to ensure they meet accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
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Large Text (18pt+)
Normal Text (16pt)
Small Text (14pt)
🎨 Contrast Checker Tips
- • Aim for a contrast ratio of 4.5:1 or higher for normal text
- • Large text (18pt+) requires a minimum ratio of 3:1
- • AAA standards require 7:1 for normal text and 4.5:1 for large text
- • Test with actual content, not just color swatches
- • Consider users with color blindness and visual impairments
- • Use tools like this to validate your color choices
❓Color Contrast Checker FAQ
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