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
537E6F
RGB
83, 126, 111
HSL
159, 21%, 41%
HSB
159, 34%, 49%
CMYK
34, 0, 12, 51
LAB
49, -18, 3
LCH
49, 18, 170
OKLCH
0.56, 0.05, 170
XYZ
14, 18, 18
LUV
49, -21, 7
HWB
159, 33%, 51%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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