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
3F6360
RGB
63, 99, 96
HSL
175, 22%, 32%
HSB
175, 36%, 39%
CMYK
36, 0, 3, 61
LAB
39, -14, -3
LCH
39, 14, 191
OKLCH
0.47, 0.04, 189
XYZ
9, 11, 13
LUV
39, -17, -1
HWB
175, 25%, 61%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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