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
698E83
RGB
105, 142, 131
HSL
162, 15%, 48%
HSB
162, 26%, 56%
CMYK
26, 0, 8, 44
LAB
56, -15, 1
LCH
56, 15, 174
OKLCH
0.62, 0.04, 175
XYZ
20, 24, 25
LUV
56, -19, 5
HWB
162, 41%, 44%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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