#0096D7 Hex Color
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This saturated, cool blue commands attention without feeling aggressive. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, #0096d7 works well for clear UI buttons or informational graphics where legibility is priority. Use this color as a primary accent to establish authority in finance or tech layouts. Avoid using it as a massive background block, as its high intensity can easily overwhelm the eyes.
Questions about #0096d7
What is #0096d7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0096d7 is rgb(0, 150, 215), in HSL hsl(198, 100%, 42%) and in CMYK 100%, 30%, 0%, 16%.
Where does #0096d7 work best in a user interface?
Use #0096d7 sparingly as an accent color for primary buttons, call-to-action elements, or data visualization highlights. Its high intensity makes it perfect for drawing the eye, but applying it to large background areas will quickly overwhelm the user.
Is #0096d7 readable on white or black?
#0096d7 has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.34:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.