Color #A040AE
Color Code #A040AE
A precise look at this Purple color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
PurpleMid tone
Color preview#A040AE
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#A040AERGB
rgb(160, 64, 174)HSL
hsl(292.36 46.22% 46.67%)HSV
hsv(292.36 63.22% 68.24%)CMYKApproximate
8.05%, 63.22%, 0%, 31.76%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This mid tone Purple tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #A040AE 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: #A040AE;
background-color: #A040AE1A;
border-color: #A040AE;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #A040AE?
This color is RGB(160, 64, 174).
What is the HSL value of #A040AE?
Its value is HSL(292.36°, 46.22%, 46.67%).
Is #A040AE suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.