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
65CDAA
RGB
101, 205, 170
HSL
160, 51%, 60%
HSB
160, 51%, 80%
CMYK
51, 0, 17, 20
LAB
76, -38, 8
LCH
76, 39, 168
OKLCH
0.78, 0.11, 169
XYZ
34, 49, 46
LUV
76, -46, 18
HWB
160, 40%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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