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
338769
RGB
51, 135, 105
HSL
159, 45%, 36%
HSB
159, 62%, 53%
CMYK
62, 0, 22, 47
LAB
51, -32, 8
LCH
51, 33, 166
OKLCH
0.56, 0.09, 166
XYZ
13, 19, 16
LUV
51, -35, 17
HWB
159, 20%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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