Visual Accessibility Examples

Learn accessibility through real UI/UX examples. See the problems and solutions side by side.

E-commerce Button Contrast

Poor contrast makes it hard for users to see important actions like "Add to Cart"

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❌ Inaccessible Example
Product

Wireless Headphones

$129.99

Issues:

  • Low contrast ratio (2.1:1)
  • Hard to distinguish from background
  • Poor visibility for users with visual impairments
✅ Accessible Example
Product

Wireless Headphones

$129.99

Improvements:

  • High contrast ratio (7.2:1)
  • Clear visual hierarchy
  • Icon for better recognition
  • Accessible to all users including those with low vision

Information Conveyed by Color

Important information should never rely on color alone

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❌ Inaccessible Example

Project Status Dashboard

Website Redesign
Mobile App
API Integration
Testing Phase

Issues:

  • Status only indicated by color
  • Inaccessible to colorblind users
  • No text labels for status
  • Screen readers can't interpret meaning
✅ Accessible Example

Project Status Dashboard

Website Redesign
Complete
Mobile App
In Progress
API Integration
Blocked
Testing Phase
Planning

Improvements:

  • Text labels alongside color
  • Icons for additional context
  • Clear status indicators
  • Accessible to all users

Ready to Practice?

Now that you've seen these examples, try the interactive tools to test your own designs and build accessible interfaces.