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
3CD79C
RGB
60, 215, 156
HSL
157, 66%, 54%
HSB
157, 72%, 84%
CMYK
72, 0, 27, 16
LAB
77, -52, 17
LCH
77, 55, 162
OKLCH
0.79, 0.15, 163
XYZ
32, 52, 40
LUV
77, -60, 34
HWB
157, 24%, 16%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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