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
79DCD6
RGB
121, 220, 214
HSL
176, 59%, 67%
HSB
176, 45%, 86%
CMYK
45, 0, 3, 14
LAB
82, -32, -7
LCH
82, 32, 192
OKLCH
0.83, 0.09, 190
XYZ
46, 60, 73
LUV
82, -44, -5
HWB
176, 47%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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