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
00A5A7
RGB
0, 165, 167
HSL
181, 100%, 33%
HSB
181, 100%, 65%
CMYK
100, 1, 0, 35
LAB
61, -36, -12
LCH
61, 38, 198
OKLCH
0.65, 0.11, 196
XYZ
20, 30, 41
LUV
61, -47, -12
HWB
181, 0%, 35%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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