#000400 Hex Color
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This near-black shade is somber and dim, functioning as an intense, ashy backdrop. Because white text creates a sharp 20.6:1 contrast against it, #000400 is an excellent choice for minimal, moody web interfaces or dark mode typography. Use this hex code as a dominant base for a premium look, though it may overwhelm designs if paired with lighter colors that lack similar weight or saturation.
Questions about #000400
What is #000400 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #000400 is rgb(0, 4, 0), in HSL hsl(120, 100%, 1%) and in CMYK 100%, 0%, 100%, 98%.
Is #000400 a true black color?
While #000400 appears as a deep black to the human eye, it technically contains a tiny amount of green, making it a near-black shade. This subtle cooling adds depth without the starkness often associated with pure, light-absorbing black.
How should I use #000400 in web design?
#000400 serves best as a dominant, high-contrast base for modern, minimal web interfaces. Because it offers excellent legibility against white or light-toned text, it is an effective choice for dark mode layouts that require a sophisticated, premium aesthetic.
Is #000400 readable on white or black?
#000400 has a 20.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.01:1 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.