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
48A985
RGB
72, 169, 133
HSL
158, 40%, 47%
HSB
158, 57%, 66%
CMYK
57, 0, 21, 34
LAB
63, -36, 10
LCH
63, 38, 165
OKLCH
0.67, 0.11, 166
XYZ
21, 31, 27
LUV
63, -42, 20
HWB
158, 28%, 34%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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