#000200 Hex Color
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Registration Black is a sooty, near-black shade that mimics the intensity of pure ink. Because it sits so close to absolute darkness, the hex code #000200 functions best as a dominant, immersive background for digital editorial work. This shade offers excellent legibility for white text due to its 20.8:1 contrast ratio. Avoid using it for fine gradients, as the extreme depth often obscures shadow details.
Questions about Registration Black
What is the hex code for Registration Black?
Registration Black is #000200. In RGB that is rgb(0, 2, 0), in HSL hsl(120, 100%, 0%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 100%, 99%.
How does #000200 compare to standard absolute black?
Registration Black (#000200) offers more visual depth than absolute black, functioning as an ink-like shade that feels less flat on screen. It provides a natural, softer anchor for digital layouts where you need high contrast without the clinical, harsh feeling of absolute digital darkness.
Why should I avoid gradients with #000200?
Because #000200 sits at the extreme bottom of the spectrum, gradients often lack the range needed to display smooth transitions. The intense depth causes banding or loss of detail in shadow areas, making it strictly better suited for solid, high-impact backgrounds or crisp typography.
Is Registration Black readable on white or black?
Registration Black has a 20.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.00:1 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.