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
476A6B
RGB
71, 106, 107
HSL
182, 20%, 35%
HSB
182, 34%, 42%
CMYK
34, 1, 0, 58
LAB
42, -13, -5
LCH
42, 14, 201
OKLCH
0.50, 0.04, 198
XYZ
10, 13, 16
LUV
42, -17, -4
HWB
182, 28%, 58%
Pantone
316 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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