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6.2. Custom OPAC Colors
Last Updated 11/30/2023
Alternative color schemes can be applied to the OPAC at a system wide level. This feature can be utilized to make Evergreen blend in better with the aesthetics of a library's home page. Not every color can be altered, but there's enough options to seriously change the look of the OPAC.
Available Elements For Modification
These elements can be modified by system level color changes.
Header
Footer
Tabs/Facets
Action Buttons
Main Search Buttons
Denial Buttons
Submit/Confirm Buttons
Links
Suggesting Colors
Colors in the web browser are represented by what's called a hex code. You can use this tool to select colors for each element and copy their hex code into your ticket.
Color Caveats
Accessibility concerns may arise due to color changes. People with visual disabilities may be unable to read text or use graphical elements if the color contrast is too low. Before suggesting color changes, please use the WebAim Contrast Checker to check your new color against black and white backgrounds. If your color passes the WCAG AA certification we can go ahead and implement it.
This tool: https://www.experte.com/accessibility/contrast is a webcrawler that can be used to check an entire site for contrast related accessibility issues.
Example
Onslow County has extensively changed the color of their OPAC. They have cutomized the header, footer, tabs, buttons and links to match the darker blue color of their library's logo. Additionally, the "fade" of their header has been removed, making the header one solid color.