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
289792
RGB
40, 151, 146
HSL
177, 58%, 37%
HSB
177, 74%, 59%
CMYK
74, 0, 3, 41
LAB
56, -32, -7
LCH
56, 33, 192
OKLCH
0.62, 0.10, 190
XYZ
17, 25, 31
LUV
56, -40, -5
HWB
177, 16%, 41%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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