- From: avidseeker via GitHub <sysbot+gh@w3.org>
- Date: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 17:11:42 +0000
- To: public-i18n-archive@w3.org
avidseeker has just created a new issue for https://github.com/w3c/i18n-drafts: == Language flags standard == [National flags are not languages](https://www.flagsarenotlanguages.com/blog/why-flags-do-not-represent-language/). This [W3C Q&A](https://www.w3.org/International/questions/qa-link-lang#flags) even advises against that. There are multiple proposals such as using generic methods like names, ISO codes, or generic icons (see [language icon](https://languageicon.org/)). However, flags could provide a visually distinct and efficient way to identify languages among hundreds of each other. # Draft: design practices of language flags Symbol and Typography: Each language flag shall feature a prominent, easily recognizable symbol or letter representative of the language’s name or phonetic characteristics. The symbol or letter shall be placed on the center of the flag to ensure visibility and immediate identification. Examples: * Arabic: ض * English: E * Japanese: あ * Chinese: 文 <img src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/041f15d2-caa4-407b-9f8e-7472e23ef468" width="20%"> Color Scheme: Flags shall use simple color schemes, preferably derived from or inspired by the historical or cultural context of the language, but distinct from national flags. Use of primary colors and contrasting hues is encouraged for clarity and visibility. Shape and Layout: Flags can employ simple geometric shapes (rectangles, squares, circles) to ensure scalability and easy recognition across various digital and physical media. Aspect ratios should adhere to common flag standards. See also: * [Original proposal](https://avidseeker.github.io/lang-flags/) * [W3.org: i18n HTML standard](http://www.w3.org/TR/i18n-html-tech-lang/#ri20040808.173208643) * [Language Icon](https://languageicon.org/) Please view or discuss this issue at https://github.com/w3c/i18n-drafts/issues/600 using your GitHub account -- Sent via github-notify-ml as configured in https://github.com/w3c/github-notify-ml-config
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