Contrast

In plain words

Contrast is a macOS menu bar app that helps designers and developers check WCAG color contrast ratios quickly. It provides immediate access to contrast calculations without leaving the current workspace, making it useful for ensuring text and UI elements meet accessibility standards. The tool streamlines the process of verifying color combinations during design and development work.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

From the sources

Contrast is a macOS app for designers and developers that provides quick access to WCAG color contrast ratios.

Prototype

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  Contrast Safe2019 · apps.apple.com · ▲88

  Small macOS menu bar app to check your colors against WCAG

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  Contrasts – Color Checker for macOS2025 · contrasts.app · ▲13

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  Contraste2018 · contrasteapp.com · ▲119

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