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
AEDEDD
RGB
174, 222, 221
HSL
179, 42%, 78%
HSB
179, 22%, 87%
CMYK
22, 0, 0, 13
LAB
85, -16, -5
LCH
85, 17, 197
OKLCH
0.87, 0.05, 195
XYZ
57, 66, 78
LUV
85, -24, -4
HWB
179, 68%, 13%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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