Large Text (24px+)
Normal text — The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
Small text (12px) — Fine print and captions
21:1
Contrast Ratio
WCAG AA
Normal Text
✓ Pass (4.5:1)
WCAG AA
Large Text
✓ Pass (3:1)
WCAG AAA
Normal Text
✓ Pass (7:1)
WCAG AAA
Large Text
✓ Pass (4.5:1)
Test Common Combinations
⌨️ S Swap · R Random · C Copy
WCAG 2.1 Requirements
- AA Normal: 4.5:1 — The legal minimum for most jurisdictions
- AA Large: 3:1 — For text ≥18pt (or ≥14pt bold)
- AAA Normal: 7:1 — Enhanced readability
- AAA Large: 4.5:1 — Enhanced for large text
Most accessibility lawsuits cite WCAG AA as the standard. AAA is aspirational but not legally required. When in doubt, hit 4.5:1 minimum.