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
69978C
RGB
105, 151, 140
HSL
166, 18%, 50%
HSB
166, 30%, 59%
CMYK
30, 0, 7, 41
LAB
59, -18, 1
LCH
59, 18, 178
OKLCH
0.64, 0.05, 178
XYZ
22, 27, 29
LUV
59, -23, 4
HWB
166, 41%, 41%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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