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
AFDCD9
RGB
175, 220, 217
HSL
176, 39%, 77%
HSB
176, 20%, 86%
CMYK
20, 0, 1, 14
LAB
85, -16, -4
LCH
85, 16, 193
OKLCH
0.86, 0.05, 191
XYZ
56, 65, 75
LUV
85, -23, -3
HWB
176, 69%, 14%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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