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
689281
RGB
104, 146, 129
HSL
156, 17%, 49%
HSB
156, 29%, 57%
CMYK
29, 0, 12, 43
LAB
57, -18, 4
LCH
57, 18, 167
OKLCH
0.62, 0.05, 168
XYZ
20, 25, 25
LUV
57, -21, 9
HWB
156, 41%, 43%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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