Tips on Color Use
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Use colors to visually emphasize important differences
among types of content. The presentation of your
content should be derived from the meaning of that
information. Color your navigation bar differently
from your main content.
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Change colors for a reason, not on a whim. I've seen
many websites where the developers appear to have
discovered color just the day before and changed the
color for no reason. Be able to justify your color
choices.
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Bright colors draw attention; faded colors hide
unimportant material. As an example, if some content
is more important or changes often, give it a
vibrant, bright color, such as yellow or red, to make
it stand out.
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Too many colors will make your page seem confusing
and unprofessional; a restricted set of hues often
works better. If you don't have any experience with
graphic design, pick up a good book on color and
design, and notice that many great designs have a
limited palette.