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
698676
RGB
105, 134, 118
HSL
147, 12%, 47%
HSB
147, 22%, 53%
CMYK
22, 0, 12, 47
LAB
53, -13, 5
LCH
53, 14, 159
OKLCH
0.59, 0.04, 161
XYZ
18, 21, 20
LUV
53, -15, 9
HWB
147, 41%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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