Color #4E00A0
Color Code #4E00A0
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleDark
Color preview#4E00A0
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#4E00A0RGB
rgb(78, 0, 160)HSL
hsl(269.25 100% 31.37%)HSV
hsv(269.25 100% 62.75%)CMYKApproximate
51.25%, 100%, 0%, 37.25%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This dark Purple tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #4E00A0 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: #4E00A0;
background-color: #4E00A01A;
border-color: #4E00A0;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #4E00A0?
This color is RGB(78, 0, 160).
What is the HSL value of #4E00A0?
Its value is HSL(269.25°, 100%, 31.37%).
Is #4E00A0 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.