#00A8E1 Hex Color
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This cool, clear blue feels steady and reliable without being overly saturated. It is a productive choice for tech, finance, or security UI where a sense of control is needed. Use #00a8e1 as a supporting tone in a 60/30/10 palette, as it pairs well with slate greys. It supports black text perfectly with 7.7:1 contrast. The hex code for this color is #00a8e1.
Questions about #00a8e1
What is #00a8e1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00a8e1 is rgb(0, 168, 225), in HSL hsl(195, 100%, 44%) and in CMYK 100%, 25%, 0%, 12%.
What colors pair well with #00a8e1 for a professional interface?
#00a8e1 pairs effectively with neutral slate greys or deep charcoal to maintain a clean, corporate aesthetic. Using it as a primary accent against these muted backgrounds ensures the interface feels balanced, trustworthy, and visually accessible for professional users.
Is #00a8e1 readable on white or black?
#00a8e1 has a 2.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.68:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.