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
448588
RGB
68, 133, 136
HSL
183, 33%, 40%
HSB
183, 50%, 53%
CMYK
50, 2, 0, 47
LAB
51, -21, -8
LCH
51, 23, 202
OKLCH
0.58, 0.07, 199
XYZ
15, 20, 26
LUV
51, -28, -9
HWB
183, 27%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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