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
A6CECF
RGB
166, 206, 207
HSL
181, 30%, 73%
HSB
181, 20%, 81%
CMYK
20, 0, 0, 19
LAB
80, -14, -5
LCH
80, 14, 201
OKLCH
0.82, 0.04, 198
XYZ
49, 57, 67
LUV
80, -21, -5
HWB
181, 65%, 19%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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