Text misses the enhanced (AAA) contrast level
Why it matters
AAA asks for 7:1 for normal text and 4.5:1 for large text. It is not required for AA, but it helps many people with low vision.
How to fix it
Darken the text a little further if you are aiming for AAA.
color: #3b3b3b; background: #ffffff; /* 11.6:1 */Read the W3C guidance: Understanding 1.4.6 Contrast (Enhanced).
Related rules
- Text does not have enough contrast (WCAG 1.4.3)
- Interface component or border has low contrast (WCAG 1.4.11)
- Link is only distinguished by colour (WCAG 1.4.1)
- Text sits over an image or gradient (WCAG 1.4.3)
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