#012251 Hex Color
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#012251 is a dim, near-black navy with high saturation that conveys serious authority. Because it is so dark, this shade functions best as a dominant background color for technology or corporate interfaces. White text maintains excellent readability against this base, though it can look stark. Use the hex code #012251 sparingly, as it dominates any layout and requires careful balancing with lighter accents to avoid feeling overly heavy.
Questions about #012251
What is #012251 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #012251 is rgb(1, 34, 81), in HSL hsl(215, 98%, 16%) and in CMYK 99%, 58%, 0%, 68%.
How can I balance the darkness of #012251 in my design?
Since #012251 is extremely dark, pair it with crisp whites or very bright accent colors to maintain readability. You should treat it as a structural anchor, allowing lighter, vibrant tones to provide the necessary visual pop against its heavy, near-black foundation.
Does #012251 work well for UI backgrounds?
Yes, #012251 functions excellently as a background for modern tech interfaces, provided you use generous whitespace and maintain a high contrast ratio for typography. Avoid using it in small, cramped spaces as its intensity can quickly overwhelm your layout.
Is #012251 readable on white or black?
#012251 has a 15.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.34:1 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.