This article will walk through a step-by-step process of creating and documenting a color palette from start to finish.
Colors are a crucial part of web design, and having a consistent color system can help create a cohesive and visually pleasing design.
However, choosing and documenting colors can be a daunting task, especially when creating a system that will be used across multiple projects and teams.
But the primary goal of this article is to provide simple guides for creating and documenting colors for Design Systems that are intended for use on a small or medium scale, which in my opinion is applicable in most cases.
Here are some steps you can follow to create a robust and effective color palette for your design system.
Identify your base colors
The first step, of course, is to identify your base colors. These colors will serve as the foundation of your system, so it’s important to choose them carefully.
Try to structure them in logical and functional groups. For example, instead of using color…
