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
52AFA4
RGB
82, 175, 164
HSL
173, 37%, 50%
HSB
173, 53%, 69%
CMYK
53, 0, 6, 31
LAB
66, -31, -3
LCH
66, 31, 186
OKLCH
0.69, 0.09, 185
XYZ
26, 35, 41
LUV
66, -40, 1
HWB
173, 32%, 31%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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