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Section 508 1194.22(c); WAI / WCAG 1.0 checkpoint 2.2 | |
Issue Description The page uses some colors; there might be cases where the contrast between foreground and background colors is not sufficient to differentiate them. |
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How to check
Make sure colors and colored items on the page can be clearly differentiated in all the possible contexts in which users may be viewing the page. Make sure the contrast between foreground and background items is conveyed by other means than color, such as different font styles, font sizes, or font faces. Here are easy ways to test the page:
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Issue Explanation There are many situations where a bad choice of colors by the designer hinders perception and comprehension of some information or image on a page. They include:
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