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
678A79
RGB
103, 138, 121
HSL
151, 15%, 47%
HSB
151, 25%, 54%
CMYK
25, 0, 12, 46
LAB
54, -16, 5
LCH
54, 16, 162
OKLCH
0.60, 0.05, 164
XYZ
18, 22, 21
LUV
54, -18, 10
HWB
151, 40%, 46%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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