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
2ADEE6
RGB
42, 222, 230
HSL
183, 79%, 53%
HSB
183, 82%, 90%
CMYK
82, 3, 0, 10
LAB
81, -42, -17
LCH
81, 45, 202
OKLCH
0.82, 0.13, 200
XYZ
41, 58, 84
LUV
81, -59, -20
HWB
183, 16%, 10%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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