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
20B5B2
RGB
32, 181, 178
HSL
179, 70%, 42%
HSB
179, 82%, 71%
CMYK
82, 0, 2, 29
LAB
67, -38, -10
LCH
67, 39, 194
OKLCH
0.70, 0.11, 193
XYZ
25, 37, 48
LUV
67, -50, -8
HWB
179, 13%, 29%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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