Psychology
Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.
Meaning
Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.
Applications
Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.
Conversion
HEX
A3A8A8
RGB
163, 168, 168
HSL
180, 3%, 65%
HSB
180, 3%, 66%
CMYK
3, 0, 0, 34
LAB
68, -2, -1
LCH
68, 2, 200
OKLCH
0.73, 0.01, 197
XYZ
36, 39, 43
LUV
68, -3, -1
HWB
180, 64%, 34%
Pantone
Cool Gray 8 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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