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
82ACA8
RGB
130, 172, 168
HSL
174, 20%, 59%
HSB
174, 24%, 67%
CMYK
24, 0, 2, 33
LAB
67, -15, -3
LCH
67, 16, 190
OKLCH
0.71, 0.05, 189
XYZ
31, 37, 43
LUV
67, -21, -1
HWB
174, 51%, 33%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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