#01145E Hex Color
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This intense, near-black blue carries a sense of formal authority and stability. The hex code #01145e is extremely dark, making it an excellent anchor for UI backgrounds or corporate branding that requires a serious tone. Because it is so saturated and dim, white text stands out with high legibility against it. Pair it with soft cream accents rather than bright white to avoid harsh visual strain.
Questions about #01145e
What is #01145e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #01145e is rgb(1, 20, 94), in HSL hsl(228, 98%, 19%) and in CMYK 99%, 79%, 0%, 63%.
Does #01145e work well for web interface backgrounds?
This color acts as a superior alternative to solid black because it retains a hint of depth, reducing visual strain for users. When using #01145e as a background, pair it with soft cream or light gray text for optimal readability.
What colors complement #01145e for a balanced palette?
Is #01145e readable on white or black?
#01145e has a 16.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.26:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.