Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
004E46
RGB
0, 78, 70
HSL
174, 100%, 15%
HSB
174, 100%, 31%
CMYK
100, 0, 10, 69
LAB
29, -24, -2
LCH
29, 24, 184
OKLCH
0.38, 0.07, 183
XYZ
4, 6, 7
LUV
29, -23, 1
HWB
174, 0%, 69%
Pantone
357 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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