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
42E2E2
RGB
66, 226, 226
HSL
180, 73%, 57%
HSB
180, 71%, 89%
CMYK
71, 0, 0, 11
LAB
82, -42, -13
LCH
82, 44, 197
OKLCH
0.83, 0.13, 195
XYZ
43, 61, 81
LUV
82, -58, -12
HWB
180, 26%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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