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
41807E
RGB
65, 128, 126
HSL
178, 33%, 38%
HSB
178, 49%, 50%
CMYK
49, 0, 2, 50
LAB
49, -22, -6
LCH
49, 22, 194
OKLCH
0.56, 0.07, 193
XYZ
14, 18, 23
LUV
49, -27, -4
HWB
178, 25%, 50%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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