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Accessible text sample

Use this panel to preview body copy, heading contrast, and interface readability before colors make it into production.

Body copy

Normal text should pass 4.5:1 for WCAG AA and 7:1 for AAA.

Large display

Large type can pass at lower ratios.

Contrast ratio

16.96:1

Suggested text

#111111

Recommended

Ready for body text

WCAG checks

Normal text

AAAAA

Large text

AAAAA

Quick guidance

  • Use 4.5:1 or higher for standard body copy.
  • Use 3:1 or higher for large text and key labels.
  • Prefer the suggested text color when you need a safer neutral starting point.

Overview

Test foreground and background colors for WCAG accessibility. See contrast ratios, AA/AAA pass states, and preview readable text combinations.

Check WCAG contrast for text and UI colors with live previews and pass/fail guidance.

Common workflows

  • Generate shades, tints, and alternate color formats from one base color.
  • Build palette harmonies and compare them in a UI preview before exporting values.
  • Create CSS-ready gradients, radius values, shadow layers, and typography scales for frontend implementation.

FAQ

Does it show WCAG AA and AAA?

Yes. The checker reports both AA and AAA pass states for normal and large text.

Can I preview the colors before using them?

Yes. The tool includes a live text preview so you can judge readability beyond the ratio alone.