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
ADDADC
RGB
173, 218, 220
HSL
183, 40%, 77%
HSB
183, 21%, 86%
CMYK
21, 1, 0, 14
LAB
84, -15, -6
LCH
84, 16, 202
OKLCH
0.86, 0.05, 200
XYZ
55, 64, 77
LUV
84, -23, -7
HWB
183, 68%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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