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
8FCACD
RGB
143, 202, 205
HSL
183, 38%, 68%
HSB
183, 30%, 80%
CMYK
30, 1, 0, 20
LAB
77, -19, -8
LCH
77, 21, 203
OKLCH
0.80, 0.06, 200
XYZ
43, 52, 66
LUV
77, -29, -9
HWB
183, 56%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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