1 00:00:10,220 --> 00:00:12,320 There's something about great design 2 00:00:12,320 --> 00:00:14,920 that allows it to go practically unnoticed. 3 00:00:15,140 --> 00:00:18,740 But it doesn't take much to make things confusing and frustrating 4 00:00:23,580 --> 00:00:28,840 Choosing colors with poor contrast makes navigating, reading and interacting a real pain 5 00:00:31,320 --> 00:00:35,740 Good design means sufficient contrast between foreground background and colors. 6 00:00:35,740 --> 00:00:40,540 That's not just text and images but links, icons, and buttons. 7 00:00:45,200 --> 00:00:48,700 If it's important enough to be seen, then it needs to be clear. 8 00:00:48,700 --> 00:00:52,680 And this is essential for people with low contrast sensitivity. 9 00:00:52,680 --> 00:00:55,000 Which becomes more common as we age. 10 00:01:01,120 --> 00:01:04,140 With good colors, websites and applications can be easier to use in more situations 11 00:01:04,140 --> 00:01:06,920 can be easier to use in more situations. 12 00:01:07,280 --> 00:01:09,460 Like in different lighting conditions. 13 00:01:14,100 --> 00:01:18,800 Web accessibility: Essential for some, useful for all.