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
42D5CC
RGB
66, 213, 204
HSL
176, 64%, 55%
HSB
176, 69%, 84%
CMYK
69, 0, 4, 16
LAB
78, -41, -7
LCH
78, 42, 190
OKLCH
0.79, 0.12, 189
XYZ
37, 53, 65
LUV
78, -55, -4
HWB
176, 26%, 16%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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