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
ADCDBD
RGB
173, 205, 189
HSL
150, 24%, 74%
HSB
150, 16%, 80%
CMYK
16, 0, 8, 20
LAB
80, -13, 4
LCH
80, 14, 163
OKLCH
0.82, 0.04, 164
XYZ
48, 56, 56
LUV
80, -16, 9
HWB
150, 68%, 20%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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