Contrast
What is Contrast?
Now that you have a basic
understanding of color, it is important to understand the concept
of contrast as well. Contrast creates emphasis
to both the printed and graphic objects in a web page. It can be
developed through the use of different colors, sizes, shapes, and
textures. It may be used to create a focal point that grabs a visiter's
attention or it may be help to direct the viewer's eyes from one
area of the web page to another.
Contrasting Text and Backgrounds
Developing contrast with
text it can be as simple as making one word bold
or italic so that it will stand out from
the rest of the sentence. Using larger text or a different font
for a title helps to produce contrast that organizes information.
When it comes to readability, black text on a white background is
highly recommended. it produces the greatest amount of contrast
and is best for most readers. Other text colors may be used as long
as they contrast well with the background color. Look at the examples
of colored text above. Which combinations produce the greatest amount
of contrast?
Be aware that older eyes
may have difficulty differentiating between colors that are similar.
Blue and green and purple lettering may be difficult to read when
used together. Colored backgrounds that include patterns and textures
can be especially problematic.
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and Contrast
Contrast is also used
to create a center of interest on a web page. Images can
be used to attract attention and direct attention to a particular
part of a web page. Images can also
add interest add variety to the text on a page.
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