Free Contrast Checker for Print Design
Test color contrast for print materials like brochures, posters, and packaging. Ensure readability in printed formats. Free online contrast tool.
Print materials face unique contrast challenges — colors look different on paper than on screen, and you can't adjust brightness like on a monitor. Checking contrast before sending to print saves costly reprints and ensures your materials are readable in all lighting conditions.
Tips for Print Design
Account for paper stock — uncoated paper absorbs ink differently and may reduce contrast
Test contrast for small text elements like footnotes and legal disclaimers — these are often too low
Consider that printed materials may be viewed in poor lighting conditions like dimly lit offices
Use a higher contrast ratio target for print (5:1+) since you can't control the viewing environment
Try This Example
“Check if dark green #1B5E20 text on cream #FFF8E1 background has sufficient contrast for a restaurant menu”