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
498265
RGB
73, 130, 101
HSL
149, 28%, 40%
HSB
149, 44%, 51%
CMYK
44, 0, 22, 49
LAB
50, -25, 10
LCH
50, 27, 159
OKLCH
0.56, 0.08, 160
XYZ
13, 18, 15
LUV
50, -26, 17
HWB
149, 29%, 49%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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