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
538381
RGB
83, 131, 129
HSL
178, 22%, 42%
HSB
178, 37%, 51%
CMYK
37, 0, 2, 49
LAB
51, -17, -4
LCH
51, 18, 194
OKLCH
0.58, 0.05, 192
XYZ
16, 20, 24
LUV
51, -23, -3
HWB
178, 33%, 49%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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