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
284E4E
RGB
40, 78, 78
HSL
180, 32%, 23%
HSB
180, 49%, 31%
CMYK
49, 0, 0, 69
LAB
30, -14, -4
LCH
30, 15, 198
OKLCH
0.40, 0.04, 196
XYZ
5, 6, 8
LUV
30, -16, -3
HWB
180, 16%, 69%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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