Question 1

What is WCAG?

Accepted Answer

WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) sets standards for color contrast to ensure readability for all users.

Question 2

What are the minimum ratios?

Accepted Answer

AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. AAA requires 7:1 for normal and 4.5:1 for large text.

Question 3

What counts as large text?

Accepted Answer

Text that is at least 18pt (24px) or 14pt (18.66px) bold is considered large text.

Question 4

Why is color contrast important?

Accepted Answer

Color contrast is important for accessibility. Users with visual impairments, colour blindness, or low vision may struggle to read text that has insufficient contrast with its background. Meeting WCAG standards ensures your content is readable by everyone.

Question 5

What is the WCAG AA standard?

Accepted Answer

WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) Level AA requires a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. This is the most commonly required accessibility standard for websites in the EU, UK, and USA.

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