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
4D7673
RGB
77, 118, 115
HSL
176, 21%, 38%
HSB
176, 35%, 46%
CMYK
35, 0, 3, 54
LAB
47, -15, -3
LCH
47, 16, 192
OKLCH
0.53, 0.05, 190
XYZ
13, 16, 19
LUV
47, -19, -2
HWB
176, 30%, 54%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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