#01170A Hex Color
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This near-black green carries a serious, somber weight. Because it sits so close to black, it functions best as a background foundation for dark mode interfaces or moody, organic branding. While white text stands out perfectly against it, avoid using it for small UI details where its subtle green undertones might vanish. The hex code for this shade is #01170a.
Questions about #01170a
What is #01170a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #01170a is rgb(1, 23, 10), in HSL hsl(145, 92%, 5%) and in CMYK 96%, 0%, 57%, 91%.
How should I use #01170a in interface design?
#01170a works best as a primary background color for dark mode designs, providing a softer, more organic alternative to pure black. Because it is so dark, reserve it for large containers and use a very light or white text for maximum readability.
Does #01170a have warm or cool undertones?
#01170a reads as a cool, grounded green because of its heavy black saturation. While it visually acts as a neutral, the subtle green hue becomes apparent when placed directly next to charcoal or pure black, giving it a sophisticated, earthy character.
Is #01170a readable on white or black?
#01170a has a 18.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.12:1 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.