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
51A080
RGB
81, 160, 128
HSL
156, 33%, 47%
HSB
156, 49%, 63%
CMYK
49, 0, 20, 37
LAB
60, -31, 9
LCH
60, 33, 164
OKLCH
0.65, 0.09, 165
XYZ
20, 28, 25
LUV
60, -36, 18
HWB
156, 32%, 37%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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