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
78BCB0
RGB
120, 188, 176
HSL
169, 34%, 60%
HSB
169, 36%, 74%
CMYK
36, 0, 6, 26
LAB
71, -25, -1
LCH
71, 25, 183
OKLCH
0.75, 0.07, 182
XYZ
34, 43, 48
LUV
71, -32, 3
HWB
169, 47%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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