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
378368
RGB
55, 131, 104
HSL
159, 41%, 36%
HSB
159, 58%, 51%
CMYK
58, 0, 21, 49
LAB
49, -30, 7
LCH
49, 31, 166
OKLCH
0.55, 0.09, 167
XYZ
12, 18, 16
LUV
49, -32, 15
HWB
159, 22%, 49%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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