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
34655F
RGB
52, 101, 95
HSL
173, 32%, 30%
HSB
173, 49%, 40%
CMYK
49, 0, 6, 60
LAB
39, -19, -2
LCH
39, 19, 186
OKLCH
0.47, 0.05, 185
XYZ
8, 11, 12
LUV
39, -21, 0
HWB
173, 20%, 60%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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