Readability depends on contrast, line length, font size, spacing, and the surface behind the text. A color can pass on white and disappear over an image.
What to Check
- Check contrast on every background
- Use readable line lengths and spacing
- Keep headings and controls consistent
What the Results Mean
Check headings, body text, and buttons on every background, especially at mobile widths and when the browser zooms in.
Inspect Real Reading Conditions
Check contrast against every background, not only a plain white page. Consider line length, font size, weight, line height, and the gap between paragraphs. Thin gray copy over photography can disappear on a bright screen even when it looks elegant in a design file.
Create a Usable Hierarchy
Use clear headings and short sections so readers can find what matters, but do not shrink supporting text until it becomes difficult to read. Check mobile and zoomed views, buttons, captions, and forms. The goal is a page people can understand without effort.
Is Darker Text Always Better?
Strong contrast helps, but readability also depends on sizing, spacing, background, and consistent structure.