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
307E61
RGB
48, 126, 97
HSL
158, 45%, 34%
HSB
158, 62%, 49%
CMYK
62, 0, 23, 51
LAB
47, -31, 8
LCH
47, 32, 165
OKLCH
0.54, 0.09, 165
XYZ
11, 16, 14
LUV
47, -33, 16
HWB
158, 19%, 51%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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