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
178A69
RGB
23, 138, 105
HSL
163, 71%, 32%
HSB
163, 83%, 54%
CMYK
83, 0, 24, 46
LAB
51, -38, 9
LCH
51, 39, 167
OKLCH
0.57, 0.11, 168
XYZ
12, 19, 16
LUV
51, -41, 18
HWB
163, 9%, 46%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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