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
D7FEFD
RGB
215, 254, 253
HSL
178, 95%, 92%
HSB
178, 15%, 100%
CMYK
15, 0, 0, 0
LAB
97, -13, -4
LCH
97, 14, 197
OKLCH
0.97, 0.04, 195
XYZ
81, 92, 106
LUV
97, -20, -4
HWB
178, 84%, 0%
Pantone
566 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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