CSS Color Glossary
Learn color terminology, CSS properties, and design concepts. Everything you need to understand colors in web development and Tailwind CSS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between RGB and HSL?
RGB (Red, Green, Blue) defines colors by mixing light values. HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) is more intuitive, letting you adjust hue on a color wheel and separately control saturation and brightness.
What is WCAG color contrast?
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) specifies minimum contrast ratios between text and background colors. Level AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text, Level AAA requires 7:1.