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How Do You Check Contrast Color for Accessibility in Figma?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 9:42 pm

There are a few different ways that you can check contrast color for accessibility in Figma. One way is to use the built-in accessibility checker.

To do this, go to your project settings and click on the “Accessibility” tab. From here, you can select whether you want to check for color contrast or not.

If you select “Yes”, Figma will automatically check the contrast of all the colors in your design and let you know if they meet the minimum contrast ratio requirements.

Another way to check contrast is to use the Color Contrast Analyzer extension. This extension will allow you to see the contrast ratio of any two colors in your design. To install it, go to the Extension Manager (File > Preferences > Extensions) and search for “Color Contrast Analyzer”.

Once installed, you can use the extension by selecting two colors in your design (for example, by using the color picker tool). The extension will then show you the contrast ratio of those two colors.

You can also use a third-party tool like Adobe Color CC to check contrast. Adobe Color CC is a free online tool that lets you upload an image and see the color values of each pixel. This can be helpful if you want to check the contrast of an image or photo.

To use Adobe Color CC, go to https://color.adobe.com/ and upload your image. Once it’s uploaded, click on the “Values” tab and then scroll down to the “Contrast” section. Here you’ll be able to see the lightness, darkness, and contrast ratio of each pixel in your image.

checking color contrast is important for accessibility reasons. There are a few different ways that you can do this, including using Figma’s built-in accessibility checker or a third-party tool like Adobe Color CC.

PRO TIP: When checking contrast colors for accessibility in Figma, be aware that the colors may not appear as intended on all devices. This is due to the different color profiles of each device. For example, a color that appears dark on one device may appear lighter on another device. Therefore, it is important to check the contrast colors on all devices that will be used to view the design.

When checking contrast, you want to make sure that the colors you’re using have a high enough contrast ratio so that they’re accessible for everyone. A high contrast ratio means that there is a big difference between the lightest and darkest colors in your design.

To make sure your colors are accessible, aim for a contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.

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