Overview
This page depicts a compliant example of Success Criterion 1.4.1 Use of Color.
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Using Color Alone to Communicate Information
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| Month | Sales | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $10,000.00 | $8,000.00 |
| Feb | $15,000.00 | $12,000.00 |
| Mar | $12,000.00 | $9,600.00 |
| Apr | $11,000.00 | $8,800.00 |
| May | $17,000.00 | $13,600.00 |
| Jun | $18,000.00 | $14,400.00 |
| Jul | $20,000.00 | $16,000.00 |
| Aug | $18,000.00 | $14,400.00 |
| Sep | $17,000.00 | $13,600.00 |
| Oct | $16,000.00 | $12,800.00 |
| Nov | $12,000.00 | $9,600.00 |
| Dec | $11,000.00 | $8,800.00 |
Why Is This Compliant?
Using markers in the line graphs that correlate to the series legends provides a visual redundancy and no longer relies on color alone to communicate information. Adding the data table as a text equivalent actually renders the graphic as decorative content as well.