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
03AEB3
RGB
3, 174, 179
HSL
182, 97%, 36%
HSB
182, 98%, 70%
CMYK
98, 3, 0, 30
LAB
64, -37, -14
LCH
64, 39, 201
OKLCH
0.68, 0.12, 198
XYZ
23, 34, 48
LUV
64, -49, -15
HWB
182, 1%, 30%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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