Color #287C8A
Color Code #287C8A
A precise look at this Cyan color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
CyanDark
Color preview#287C8A
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#287C8ARGB
rgb(40, 124, 138)HSL
hsl(188.57 55.06% 34.9%)HSV
hsv(188.57 71.01% 54.12%)CMYKApproximate
71.01%, 10.14%, 0%, 45.88%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This dark Cyan tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #287C8A 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
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #287C8A;
background-color: #287C8A1A;
border-color: #287C8A;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #287C8A?
This color is RGB(40, 124, 138).
What is the HSL value of #287C8A?
Its value is HSL(188.57°, 55.06%, 34.9%).
Is #287C8A suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.