Integrating Legends into Titles

Jonathan Schwabish’s post balances accessibility with design ambition. It acknowledges the risks of using colour-coded text – especially for readers with visual impairments, but emphasises that this method works powerfully when combined with other clear visual cues like line direction, grouping, or bar orientation. When done right, integrating legend labels into titles can reinforce meaning without sacrificing clarity or readability – and it can free up valuable chart real estate while keeping context immediate.