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
3D978B
RGB
61, 151, 139
HSL
172, 42%, 42%
HSB
172, 60%, 59%
CMYK
60, 0, 8, 41
LAB
57, -30, -2
LCH
57, 30, 184
OKLCH
0.62, 0.09, 183
XYZ
18, 25, 28
LUV
57, -37, 2
HWB
172, 24%, 41%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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