Color #00A2B2

Color Code #00A2B2

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

CyanDark
Color preview#00A2B2
Conversions

Complete color values

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

HEX
#00A2B2
RGB
rgb(0, 162, 178)
HSL
hsl(185.39 100% 34.9%)
HSV
hsv(185.39 100% 69.8%)
CMYKApproximate
100%, 8.99%, 0%, 30.2%
Relative luminance0.29060—1
Contrast with white3.08:1WCAG
Contrast with black6.81:1WCAG
Best text color#000000AA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample3.08:1
AA ×AAA ×
Readable text sample6.81:1
AA ✓AAA ×
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

This dark Cyan tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.

Use #00A2B2 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.

Color harmony

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Monochrome scale

For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #00A2B2;
  background-color: #00A2B21A;
  border-color: #00A2B2;
}

Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #00A2B2?

This color is RGB(0, 162, 178).

What is the HSL value of #00A2B2?

Its value is HSL(185.39°, 100%, 34.9%).

Is #00A2B2 suitable for text?

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