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
00CCCC
RGB
0, 204, 204
HSL
180, 100%, 40%
HSB
180, 100%, 80%
CMYK
100, 0, 0, 20
LAB
74, -43, -13
LCH
74, 45, 196
OKLCH
0.77, 0.13, 195
XYZ
32, 48, 65
LUV
74, -57, -12
HWB
180, 0%, 20%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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