our TPT cover images may look cute, but are they actually easy to read? In this quick episode, Lindsay shares a simple way to check the color contrast on your Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) covers so your resources stand out in search results.
She walks through using a free contrast checker, explains why you shouldn't always rely on the score alone, and shares her simple rule for choosing text colors: dark backgrounds usually work best with white text, while light backgrounds work best with black text.
[00:00] Why Color Contrast Matters on TPT Covers
Common color mistakes that can make your cover images difficult to read.
[00:27] Using a Color Contrast Checker
How to quickly test your background and text colors to see if they have enough contrast.
[01:29] The “Stop the Scroll” Test
Why Lindsay creates multiple versions and steps back from her screen to see which design stands out most.
[02:31] How to Fix Poor Color Contrast
Simple ways to adjust your text or background colors when a combination isn't working.
[03:30] Lindsay's Simple Black & White Text Rule
Why sticking with black or white text is often the easiest way to create readable TPT covers.
[04:08] Get Feedback on Your TPT Covers
How Teacher Resource Academy members can get feedback on their covers, fonts, colors, and other elements of their TPT stores.
Check out the Coolors Contrast Checker: https://coolors.co/contrast-checker/112a46-acc8e5
Watch My YouTube Video About TPT Covers and Thumbnails: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoCAweeLdhc
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