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
769A87
RGB
118, 154, 135
HSL
148, 15%, 53%
HSB
148, 23%, 60%
CMYK
23, 0, 12, 40
LAB
60, -16, 6
LCH
60, 17, 160
OKLCH
0.65, 0.05, 162
XYZ
23, 29, 27
LUV
60, -18, 11
HWB
148, 46%, 40%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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