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
5D8076
RGB
93, 128, 118
HSL
163, 16%, 43%
HSB
163, 27%, 50%
CMYK
27, 0, 8, 50
LAB
51, -15, 1
LCH
51, 15, 175
OKLCH
0.57, 0.04, 175
XYZ
16, 19, 20
LUV
51, -17, 4
HWB
163, 36%, 50%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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