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
2AA980
RGB
42, 169, 128
HSL
161, 60%, 41%
HSB
161, 75%, 66%
CMYK
75, 0, 24, 34
LAB
62, -43, 11
LCH
62, 44, 166
OKLCH
0.66, 0.12, 166
XYZ
19, 30, 25
LUV
62, -48, 23
HWB
161, 16%, 34%
Pantone
364 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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