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
31CEBE
RGB
49, 206, 190
HSL
174, 62%, 50%
HSB
174, 76%, 81%
CMYK
76, 0, 8, 19
LAB
75, -44, -4
LCH
75, 44, 185
OKLCH
0.77, 0.13, 185
XYZ
33, 49, 56
LUV
75, -56, 1
HWB
174, 19%, 19%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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