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
CAEDDB
RGB
202, 237, 219
HSL
149, 49%, 86%
HSB
149, 15%, 93%
CMYK
15, 0, 8, 7
LAB
91, -14, 5
LCH
91, 15, 162
OKLCH
0.92, 0.04, 163
XYZ
67, 78, 79
LUV
91, -18, 10
HWB
149, 79%, 7%
Pantone
365 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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