#0000C0 Hex Color
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#0000c0 is a highly saturated, intense blue that demands attention. While many blues feel muted, this shade is electric and sharp. It functions best as an accent color rather than a large background, where its vivid intensity can become overwhelming. White text stands out well against this hue, providing excellent legibility. You can find this hex code at #0000c0.
Questions about #0000c0
What is #0000c0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0000c0 is rgb(0, 0, 192), in HSL hsl(240, 100%, 38%) and in CMYK 100%, 100%, 0%, 25%.
What is the best way to use #0000c0 in a design?
Because #0000c0 is extremely intense, it works best as a punchy accent color rather than a primary background shade. Use it sparingly for call-to-action buttons or highlights where you need to draw the eye immediately without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #0000c0 readable on white or black?
#0000c0 has a 11.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.76:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.