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
489284
RGB
72, 146, 132
HSL
169, 34%, 43%
HSB
169, 51%, 57%
CMYK
51, 0, 10, 43
LAB
56, -27, 0
LCH
56, 27, 180
OKLCH
0.61, 0.08, 180
XYZ
17, 24, 25
LUV
56, -32, 5
HWB
169, 28%, 43%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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