Color #FAF940
Color Code #FAF940
A precise look at this Yellow color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
YellowVivid
Color preview#FAF940
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#FAF940RGB
rgb(250, 249, 64)HSL
hsl(59.68 94.9% 61.57%)HSV
hsv(59.68 74.4% 98.04%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 0.4%, 74.4%, 1.96%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This vivid Yellow tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #FAF940 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: #FAF940;
background-color: #FAF9401A;
border-color: #FAF940;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #FAF940?
This color is RGB(250, 249, 64).
What is the HSL value of #FAF940?
Its value is HSL(59.68°, 94.9%, 61.57%).
Is #FAF940 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.