#00B0CA Hex Color
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This bright, saturated cyan feels crisp and energetic. Because of its intensity, #00b0ca works best as an accent color for UI buttons or data visualization rather than a primary background. It pairs well with charcoal grays and deep navies to anchor the space. With an 8.1:1 contrast ratio against black text, it offers excellent readability for interfaces. The hex code for this cyan is #00b0ca.
Questions about #00b0ca
What is #00b0ca in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00b0ca is rgb(0, 176, 202), in HSL hsl(188, 100%, 40%) and in CMYK 100%, 13%, 0%, 21%.
How can I best use #00b0ca in a UI interface?
#00b0ca functions best as a high-visibility accent color for primary buttons, alerts, or key data points in a dashboard. Because of its intensity, avoid using it for large backgrounds, as it can overwhelm the eye and tire the user.
What colors pair well with #00b0ca?
Is #00b0ca readable on white or black?
#00b0ca has a 2.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.06:1 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.