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
42E6C2
RGB
66, 230, 194
HSL
167, 77%, 58%
HSB
167, 71%, 90%
CMYK
71, 0, 16, 10
LAB
82, -50, 5
LCH
82, 50, 174
OKLCH
0.83, 0.14, 174
XYZ
40, 62, 61
LUV
82, -62, 16
HWB
167, 26%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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