The software needs to provide another way of making the information available. The following techniques and examples support Checkpoint 4.1 from the IBM Java Accessibility Checklist . Provide a brief text description of the object. Do not override user selected colors. Testing Test the software to ensure that it complies with accessibility requirements.
Several techniques are available to verify that information conveyed with color is accessible.
Save screen shots and print them on a black and white printer. Verify that all information is still conveyed. For Windows applications, test with a high contrast setting black on white or white on black. Verify that all information is still conveyed.