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
ABEFE8
RGB
171, 239, 232
HSL
174, 68%, 80%
HSB
174, 28%, 94%
CMYK
28, 0, 3, 6
LAB
90, -23, -4
LCH
90, 23, 189
OKLCH
0.91, 0.07, 188
XYZ
62, 76, 88
LUV
90, -33, -2
HWB
174, 67%, 6%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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