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
549288
RGB
84, 146, 136
HSL
170, 27%, 45%
HSB
170, 42%, 57%
CMYK
42, 0, 7, 43
LAB
56, -23, -1
LCH
56, 23, 183
OKLCH
0.62, 0.07, 183
XYZ
18, 24, 27
LUV
56, -28, 2
HWB
170, 33%, 43%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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