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Just realized high contrast mode isn't the same as a proper dark theme
I was testing a new app design with a buddy who has low vision. He kept switching between high contrast mode and the app's dark theme and got frustrated because neither really worked. High contrast made things too harsh and dark theme made some text disappear. So I went back and adjusted contrast ratios manually on each element instead of relying on the default settings. Has anyone else found that custom contrast tweaks beat automated themes every time?
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the_diana17d ago
Custom contrast tweaks beat automated themes every time" - I disagree here. Most people don't have the patience or knowledge to manually adjust contrast on every element. That takes forever and you'll probably mess some up. Default high contrast and dark themes are built to standards that work for the majority of users with visual impairments.
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