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
ABE1CE
RGB
171, 225, 206
HSL
159, 47%, 78%
HSB
159, 24%, 88%
CMYK
24, 0, 8, 12
LAB
85, -21, 3
LCH
85, 21, 171
OKLCH
0.87, 0.06, 171
XYZ
55, 67, 68
LUV
85, -27, 9
HWB
159, 67%, 12%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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