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
85D1CA
RGB
133, 209, 202
HSL
174, 45%, 67%
HSB
174, 36%, 82%
CMYK
36, 0, 3, 18
LAB
79, -26, -4
LCH
79, 26, 190
OKLCH
0.81, 0.08, 188
XYZ
43, 55, 64
LUV
79, -36, -2
HWB
174, 52%, 18%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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