Stark: Accessibility Design Toolkit

Overview

Stark is a comprehensive suite of accessibility-focused tools designed to help designers and developers build products that are ethical, inclusive, and accessible. It integrates seamlessly into popular design platforms such as Sketch, Adobe XD, and Figma, as well as Chrome and Microsoft Edge extensions. Stark provides an all-in-one solution to check, fix, and ensure compliance with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and other accessibility standards.

Key Features

Rapid Contrast Checker

• Instantly checks contrast between text and background colors.
• Ensures compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and AAA guidelines.
• Highlights contrast issues and suggests improvements.

Smart Color Suggestions

• Helps designers choose accessible color combinations.
• Provides real-time recommendations for improved contrast.
• Ensures legibility for users with different types of visual impairments.

Colorblind Simulator

• Simulates how designs appear to users with various types of color blindness.
• Includes simulations for Protanopia, Deuteranopia, Tritanopia, and Achromatopsia.
• oHelps designers optimize color choices for better accessibility.

Contrast Grid

• Compares multiple color combinations in a matrix format.
• Identifies which color pairings meet accessibility standards.
• Aids teams in creating accessible brand palettes and UI elements.

Alt Text Annotations

• Assists in writing and managing alt text for images.
• Ensures that visually impaired users receive accurate and useful descriptions.