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
648781
RGB
100, 135, 129
HSL
170, 15%, 46%
HSB
170, 26%, 53%
CMYK
26, 0, 4, 47
LAB
54, -14, -1
LCH
54, 14, 184
OKLCH
0.60, 0.04, 183
XYZ
18, 22, 24
LUV
54, -18, 1
HWB
170, 39%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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