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
609484
RGB
96, 148, 132
HSL
162, 21%, 48%
HSB
162, 35%, 58%
CMYK
35, 0, 11, 42
LAB
57, -21, 3
LCH
57, 21, 173
OKLCH
0.63, 0.06, 173
XYZ
20, 25, 26
LUV
57, -25, 7
HWB
162, 38%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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