The following resources and best practices related to accessible web and graphic design, including color contrast guidelines, accessible font choices, and more, to help designers develop accessible digital experiences that meet WCAG accessibility standards.

 General Best Practices

  • Use high color contrast between text and background for readability.
  • Avoid relying on color alone to convey information.
  • Ensure text is resizable without loss of functionality.
  • Use legible fonts and avoid decorative or script styles for body text.
  • Provide clear focus indicators for interactive elements.
  • Ensure proper keyboard navigability and avoid inaccessible hover-only interactions.

 Color and Contrast

  • Use sufficient color contrast (at least a 4.5:1 ratio for normal text, 3:1 for large text).
  • Use tools like the WebAIM Contrast Checker or Adobe Color Accessibility Tools.
  • Avoid flashing content that may trigger seizures (no more than three flashes per second).

 Typography and Readability

  • Use a minimum font size of 16px for body text.
  • Ensure adequate line height (1.5x the font size) and paragraph spacing.
  • Avoid using all caps or italicized text for long passages.

 Images and Multimedia

  • Provide alt text for all meaningful images.
  • Use closed captions and transcripts for videos and audio content.
  • Avoid autoplay for audio or video elements.
  • Ensure charts and infographics have text-based alternatives.

 Interactive Elements and Navigation

  • Use descriptive link text instead of generic phrases like “click here.”
  • Ensure all form fields have labels and provide meaningful error messages.
  • Use clear focus states and ensure keyboard users can navigate easily.
  • Ensure buttons and links have adequate touch targets (at least 44x44px).

 Testing and Evaluation Tools

  • WebAIM Contrast Checker
  • Axe Accessibility Checker
  • WAVE Accessibility Tool
  • Google Lighthouse
  • Adobe Color Contrast Analyzer

 Additional Training and Resources