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
007974
RGB
0, 121, 116
HSL
178, 100%, 24%
HSB
178, 100%, 47%
CMYK
100, 0, 4, 53
LAB
45, -30, -6
LCH
45, 31, 191
OKLCH
0.52, 0.09, 190
XYZ
10, 15, 19
LUV
45, -36, -3
HWB
178, 0%, 53%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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