Designing Maps for Colorblind Readability

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02-03-2022 03:21 PM
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Elizabeth_Beck
Observer

WOW. This is an amazing comprehensive overview!! I came here to post about the 2021-2026 Population Growth Map being green-to-brown (some of the shades used are pretty indistinguishable) and how the ability to change the gradient used would be awesome. 

Thanks so much for posting this. Even if someone *can* tell the difference between some of these colors, the cognitive load for people having to unconsciously or consciously strain their eyes over and over again can trigger migraines and make it hard to enjoy these beautiful maps!

Tracey_Rossato
Emerging Contributor

This has helped me understand how to work towards an accessible map for everyone. Thanks so much

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Stephanie Oliver has worked in the GIS industry for over 15 years, much of that in the public sector. She has extensive experience with transportation, utilities, cartography, and emergency management. She teaches both Desktop and Enterprise classes.