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
81EDED
RGB
129, 237, 237
HSL
180, 75%, 72%
HSB
180, 46%, 93%
CMYK
46, 0, 0, 7
LAB
87, -33, -10
LCH
87, 34, 197
OKLCH
0.88, 0.10, 195
XYZ
55, 71, 91
LUV
87, -47, -10
HWB
180, 51%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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