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
35C4CB
RGB
53, 196, 203
HSL
183, 59%, 50%
HSB
183, 74%, 80%
CMYK
74, 3, 0, 20
LAB
72, -36, -15
LCH
72, 39, 202
OKLCH
0.75, 0.12, 200
XYZ
32, 45, 63
LUV
72, -51, -17
HWB
183, 21%, 20%
Pantone
311 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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