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
276567
RGB
39, 101, 103
HSL
182, 45%, 28%
HSB
182, 62%, 40%
CMYK
62, 2, 0, 60
LAB
39, -20, -7
LCH
39, 21, 200
OKLCH
0.47, 0.06, 198
XYZ
8, 11, 14
LUV
39, -24, -7
HWB
182, 15%, 60%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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