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
8AC8CB
RGB
138, 200, 203
HSL
183, 38%, 67%
HSB
183, 32%, 80%
CMYK
32, 1, 0, 20
LAB
76, -20, -8
LCH
76, 22, 202
OKLCH
0.79, 0.06, 200
XYZ
42, 51, 64
LUV
76, -30, -9
HWB
183, 54%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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