Color #3F00A2

Color Code #3F00A2

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

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Color preview#3F00A2
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Complete color values

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

HEX
#3F00A2
RGB
rgb(63, 0, 162)
HSL
hsl(263.33 100% 31.76%)
HSV
hsv(263.33 100% 63.53%)
CMYKApproximate
61.11%, 100%, 0%, 36.47%
Relative luminance0.03670—1
Contrast with white12.12:1WCAG
Contrast with black1.73:1WCAG
Best text color#FFFFFFAA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample12.12:1
AA ✓AAA ✓
Readable text sample1.73:1
AA ×AAA ×
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

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

Use #3F00A2 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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For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #3F00A2;
  background-color: #3F00A21A;
  border-color: #3F00A2;
}

Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #3F00A2?

This color is RGB(63, 0, 162).

What is the HSL value of #3F00A2?

Its value is HSL(263.33°, 100%, 31.76%).

Is #3F00A2 suitable for text?

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