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
518686
RGB
81, 134, 134
HSL
180, 25%, 42%
HSB
180, 40%, 53%
CMYK
40, 0, 0, 47
LAB
52, -18, -6
LCH
52, 19, 198
OKLCH
0.58, 0.06, 196
XYZ
16, 21, 26
LUV
52, -24, -5
HWB
180, 32%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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