#00B8FF Hex Color
Vivid and electric high-octane cyan
This high-octane cyan commands attention with its intense, electric saturation. Because it is so loud and bright, #00b8ff functions best as a striking UI accent rather than a background color, where it can easily overwhelm the eye. Pair this cool, vivid tone with dark charcoal or black text for optimal readability, as this combination provides high contrast and creates a professional, tech-forward aesthetic.
Questions about #00b8ff
What is #00b8ff in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #00b8ff is rgb(0, 184, 255), in HSL hsl(197, 100%, 50%) and in CMYK 100%, 28%, 0%, 0%.
How can I use #00b8ff in UI design without it being overwhelming?
Since #00b8ff is extremely saturated, use it sparingly as a call-to-action button or a focused progress bar. Pairing it with deep charcoal or near-black text maintains high contrast while preventing the eye from getting tired.
Is #00b8ff readable on white or black?
#00b8ff has a 2.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.30:1 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.