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What is Normalization?
Normalization is the process of efficiently organizing data in a database. There are two goals of the normalization
process: eliminating redundant data (for example, storing the same data in more than one table) and ensuring data
dependencies make sense (only storing related data in a table). Both of these are worthy goals as they reduce the
amount of space a database consumes and ensure that data is logically stored.
• Create separate tables for each group of related data and identify each row with a unique column or set of
columns (the primary key).
Complementary
Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are considered to
be complementary colors (example: red and green).
The high contrast of complementary colors creates a vibrant look
especially when used at full saturation. This color scheme must be
managed well so it is not jarring.
Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well
when you want something to stand out.
Complementary colors are really bad for text.
Analogous
Analogous color schemes use colors that are next to each other on the
color wheel. They usually match well and create serene and comfortable
designs.
Analogous color schemes are often found in nature and are harmonious
and pleasing to the eye.
Make sure you have enough contrast when choosing an analogous color
scheme.
Choose one color to dominate, a second to support. The third color is
used (along with black, white or gray) as an accent.
Triad
A triadic color scheme uses colors that are evenly spaced around the
color wheel.
Triadic color harmonies tend to be quite vibrant, even if you use pale or
unsaturated versions of your hues.
To use a triadic harmony successfully, the colors should be carefully
balanced - let one color dominate and use the two others for accent.
Split-Complementary
The split-complementary color scheme is a variation of the
complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, it uses the
two colors adjacent to its complement.
This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the
complementary color scheme, but has less tension.
The split-complimentary color scheme is often a good choice for
beginners, because it is difficult to mess up.
Color Wheel Pro - See Color Theory in Action
A software program to create color schemes and preview them on real-world examples.
You are here: Color Wheel Pro > Classic Color Schemes
Examples:
Tips: 1. Use tints, shades, and tones of the key color to enhance
the scheme.
2. Try the analogous scheme; it offers more nuances while
retaining the simplicity and elegance of the monochromatic
scheme.
Examples:
The analogous color scheme uses colors that are adjacent to each other on
the color wheel. One color is used as a dominant color while others are
used to enrich the scheme. The analogous scheme is similar to the
monochromatic one, but offers more nuances.
Pros The analogous color scheme is as easy to create as the
: monochromatic, but looks richer.
Examples:
The complementary color scheme is made of two colors that are opposite
each other on the color wheel. This scheme looks best when you put a
warm color against a cool color, for example, red versus green-blue. The
complementary scheme is intrinsically high-contrast.
When using the complementary scheme, it is important to choose a
dominant color and use its complementary color for accents. Using one
color for the background and its complementary color to highlight
important elements, you will get color dominance combined with sharp
color contrast.
Pros The complementary color scheme offers stronger contrast
: than any other color scheme, and draws maximum attention.
Tips: 1. For best results, place cool colors against warm ones, for
example, blue versus orange.
2. If you use a warm color (red or yellow) as an accent, you
can desaturate the opposite cool colors to put more emphasis
on the warm colors.
3. Avoid using desaturated warm colors (e.g. browns or dull
yellows).
4. Try the split complementary scheme; it is similar to the
complementary scheme but offers more variety.
Examples:
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The triadic color scheme uses three colors equally spaced around the color
wheel. This scheme is popular among artists because it offers strong visual
contrast while retaining balance, and color richness. The triadic scheme is
not as contrasting as the complementary scheme, but it looks more
balanced and harmonious.
Pros The triadic color scheme offers high contrast while retaining
: harmony.