Fonts and Typography Typography Accessibility and Readability

Question 1

What minimum color contrast ratio does WCAG 2.1 Level AA require for normal body text?

Accepted Answer

4.5:1

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3:1

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7:1

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2:1

Question 2

What is the recommended maximum line length (measure) for readable body text?

Accepted Answer

45–75 characters per line

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10–20 characters per line

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100–120 characters per line

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200+ characters per line

Question 3

Which font characteristic can cause readability issues for users with dyslexia?

Accepted Answer

High-contrast strokes between thick and thin parts of letters

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Large x-height

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Generous letter spacing

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Rounded letterforms

Question 4

What does 'accessible typography' mean in the context of web design?

Accepted Answer

Typography that is legible and usable for people with a range of visual abilities and disabilities

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Typography that loads quickly on slow connections

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Typography free of copyright restrictions

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Typography that renders identically on all browsers

Question 5

What is the WCAG recommendation for resizable text?

Accepted Answer

Text should be resizable up to 200% without loss of content or functionality

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Text should be fixed at 16px for consistency

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Text should only resize on mobile devices

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Text should auto-resize based on viewport width only

Question 6

What is 'dyslexia-friendly' typography design?

Accepted Answer

Design choices like larger spacing, clear letterforms, and high contrast that aid readers with dyslexia

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Using fonts designed specifically for dyslexic users exclusively

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Removing all serif fonts from a design

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Using only uppercase text for clarity