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
A3DEC3
RGB
163, 222, 195
HSL
153, 47%, 75%
HSB
153, 27%, 87%
CMYK
27, 0, 12, 13
LAB
84, -24, 7
LCH
84, 25, 164
OKLCH
0.85, 0.07, 165
XYZ
51, 64, 61
LUV
84, -29, 15
HWB
153, 64%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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