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
ADE4CE
RGB
173, 228, 206
HSL
156, 50%, 79%
HSB
156, 24%, 89%
CMYK
24, 0, 10, 11
LAB
86, -22, 5
LCH
86, 22, 168
OKLCH
0.87, 0.06, 168
XYZ
56, 69, 69
LUV
86, -27, 11
HWB
156, 68%, 11%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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