Category: Audio & Video

Plain language

What is plain language? Plain language is writing that is clear, direct and easy for your audience to understand the first time they read it. Its purpose is to make information accessible to everyone, including people with language barriers or cognitive challenges. Using plain language improves user experience and helps ensure your message gets across…

Accessibility checker: Color contrast

Color contrast tools streamline the design phase by quickly assessing text legibility and ensuring adequate visual contrast. Many color contrast checkers are available online to help ensure your designs meet accessibility standards. Below, we’ve listed some well-known tools to help you get started, but you can explore others to find the one that best suits…

Color contrast

Color contrast is the difference in brightness between text (foreground) and its background. Good color contrast makes content readable for everyone, including people with low vision or color blindness. Missouri S&T’s accessibility standards: Why it matters: Strong color contrast ensures your content is visible on all devices and in different lighting. Poor contrast can make…