contrastdriven
Contrastdriven is a term used in design, data visualization, and signal processing to describe a framework in which processing, interpretation, or decision-making is guided primarily by contrasts—the differences between stimuli, values, or states—rather than by their absolute levels. The approach emphasizes relative change, differential cues, and comparative evaluation as the primary signals for action.
In design and accessibility, contrastdriven practice seeks to maximize perceptual contrast between foreground and background elements
In data visualization and analytics, contrastdriven methods emphasize features and representations that generate clear separations between
In imaging and photography, a contrastdriven pipeline uses local and global contrast metrics to guide processing
Origin and usage: The term appears in academic and industry discourse as a descriptive philosophy rather than
See also: contrast, contrast sensitivity, perceptual design, visual ergonomics.