Color Considerations for Accessibility

Color is very useful to convey and/or separate information, and make visually interesting content. However, consider a reader who is colorblind or visually impaired. Conveying information by using color only can hinder conveyance of information. 

Do not use color as the only means of conveying information, indicating an action, prompting a response, or distinguishing a visual element. When using color, use alternative methods and/or use labels for clarity.


Missing assignments are in pink.

Late assignments are in yellow.


Missing assignments are in pink.

Late assignments are in yellow.


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In this example, a column was added to clarify the conveyance of information, while still retaining the color scheme.

 

 

 

Updated May 17, 2023, VJS