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
477667
RGB
71, 118, 103
HSL
161, 25%, 37%
HSB
161, 40%, 46%
CMYK
40, 0, 13, 54
LAB
46, -20, 3
LCH
46, 20, 171
OKLCH
0.53, 0.06, 172
XYZ
12, 15, 15
LUV
46, -22, 7
HWB
161, 28%, 54%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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