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
A6EAED
RGB
166, 234, 237
HSL
183, 66%, 79%
HSB
183, 30%, 93%
CMYK
30, 1, 0, 7
LAB
88, -21, -9
LCH
88, 23, 202
OKLCH
0.89, 0.07, 199
XYZ
60, 73, 91
LUV
88, -33, -10
HWB
183, 65%, 7%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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