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
92CBC4
RGB
146, 203, 196
HSL
173, 35%, 68%
HSB
173, 28%, 80%
CMYK
28, 0, 3, 20
LAB
78, -20, -3
LCH
78, 20, 188
OKLCH
0.80, 0.06, 187
XYZ
43, 53, 60
LUV
78, -28, 0
HWB
173, 57%, 20%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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