colorize

Choose 2-4 colors beyond neutrals and assign each a semantic purpose, such as green for success or one brand color for primary actions. Follow a 60/30/10 distribution so one dominant color owns most colored elements while accents stay rare.

Limit the palette to 2-4 colors beyond neutrals, structured as a dominant color at 60 percent, a secondary at 30 percent, and a high-contrast accent at 10 percent. More colors dilute meaning and create visual noise.

OKLCH is perceptually uniform, so equal steps in lightness look equal to the human eye. This makes it reliable for generating harmonious color scales and tinted neutrals, unlike HSL where equal numeric steps produce uneven perceived brightness.

Yes, all colored text must meet WCAG contrast ratios of 4.5:1 for text and 3:1 for UI components. Color must never be the only indicator of state; pair it with icons, labels, or patterns so colorblind users can still interpret meaning.

Avoid adding color when the interface already has a functioning palette, when color would carry no semantic meaning, or when it would break temperature consistency of an established warm or cool scheme. Random color application without purpose degrades hierarchy.