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Color code #00A0DE

Color Code #00A0DE

A precise look at this Blue color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.

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Complete color values

Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.

HEX
#00A0DE
RGB
rgb(0, 160, 222)
HSL
hsl(196.76 100% 43.53%)
HSV
hsv(196.76 100% 87.06%)
CMYKApproximate
100%, 27.93%, 0%, 12.94%
Relative luminance0.30420—1
Contrast with white2.96:1WCAG
Contrast with black7.08:1WCAG
Best text color#000000AA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample2.96:1
AA ×AAA ×
Readable text sample7.08:1
AA ✓AAA ✓
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

This vivid Blue tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.

Use #00A0DE for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.

Color harmony

Suggested palettes

Complementary palette

Analogous palette

Triadic palette

Monochrome scale

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For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #00A0DE;
  background-color: #00A0DE1A;
  border-color: #00A0DE;
}
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Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #00A0DE?

This color is RGB(0, 160, 222).

What is the HSL value of #00A0DE?

Its value is HSL(196.76°, 100%, 43.53%).

Is #00A0DE suitable for text?

Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.