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
C9FFFF
RGB
201, 255, 255
HSL
180, 100%, 89%
HSB
180, 21%, 100%
CMYK
21, 0, 0, 0
LAB
96, -18, -6
LCH
96, 19, 199
OKLCH
0.96, 0.05, 196
XYZ
78, 91, 108
LUV
96, -27, -6
HWB
180, 79%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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