#007AB3 Hex Color
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This cool, mid-tone blue sits in a professional range often reserved for finance and corporate branding. Because it remains legible against white text, #007ab3 functions well as a primary interface color or a bold accent. Avoid pairing it with muted greys, as the color can lose its impact; understanding how to make gray helps you mix surrounding tones to keep this blue feeling sharp.
Questions about #007ab3
What is #007ab3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #007ab3 is rgb(0, 122, 179), in HSL hsl(199, 100%, 35%) and in CMYK 100%, 32%, 0%, 30%.
Does #007ab3 work well for text on white backgrounds?
#007ab3 generally maintains decent legibility against white, but it sits right on the edge of WCAG AA compliance for standard body text sizes. For small text, consider darkening the shade slightly to ensure accessibility for all users.
What colors pair well with #007ab3?
This vibrant blue pairs best with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp white to maintain its professional impact. Avoid muted, dusty greys, as they can cause #007ab3 to look muddy and sap the color of its clean, corporate authority.
Is #007ab3 readable on white or black?
#007ab3 has a 4.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.43:1 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.