#00797D Hex Color
A muted and professional cool-toned cyan
#00797d is a muted, cool-toned cyan with a professional, restrained presence. Because it is highly readable against white, this shade functions well as a dominant base for corporate tech interfaces. Avoid using it in large, flat blocks, as its mid-tone value can appear slightly muddy. It pairs cleanly with soft, warm grays to balance its clinical, efficient energy.
Questions about #00797d
What is #00797d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00797d is rgb(0, 121, 125), in HSL hsl(182, 100%, 25%) and in CMYK 100%, 3%, 0%, 51%.
How does #00797d perform in interface design?
This specific hex color offers excellent readability against white backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for buttons or navigational elements. Avoid using #00797d as a large background block, however, as its muted mid-tone quality can quickly feel overwhelming or muddy.
Which colors complement the tone of #00797d?
Because #00797d has a clinical, cool energy, it pairs best with soft, warm grays to soften its intensity. Introducing neutral tones helps ground the color, preventing it from appearing too sterile when used across larger digital layouts or branding materials.
Is #00797d readable on white or black?
#00797d has a 5.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.03:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.