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
46E5C6
RGB
70, 229, 198
HSL
168, 75%, 59%
HSB
168, 69%, 90%
CMYK
69, 0, 14, 10
LAB
82, -48, 3
LCH
82, 48, 177
OKLCH
0.83, 0.14, 177
XYZ
41, 61, 63
LUV
82, -60, 13
HWB
168, 27%, 10%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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