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
488A77
RGB
72, 138, 119
HSL
163, 31%, 41%
HSB
163, 48%, 54%
CMYK
48, 0, 14, 46
LAB
53, -26, 3
LCH
53, 26, 173
OKLCH
0.58, 0.07, 173
XYZ
15, 21, 21
LUV
53, -30, 9
HWB
163, 28%, 46%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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