018 — Text over images

by Óscar Otero

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When designing headers with background images, is important to ensure a minimum contrast between the text and the image. A common way to achieve that is by using a gradient.

In the following example, the text is hard to read, especially when the white text matches the foam of the water:

Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali.

We can use a linear gradient behind the text to ensure a minimum contrast:

Nusa Penida, Klungkung Regency, Bali.
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