#0195B2 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated cyan feels refreshing and modern, making it a natural fit for tech branding or aerospace design. Because it offers a solid 5.9:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works well for UI buttons or functional icons. The hex code #0195b2 acts best as a bright, secondary accent rather than a full background, where it can easily dominate a layout.
Questions about #0195b2
What is #0195b2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0195b2 is rgb(1, 149, 178), in HSL hsl(190, 99%, 35%) and in CMYK 99%, 16%, 0%, 30%.
Where should I use #0195b2 in a user interface?
#0195b2 functions best as a high-visibility accent for call-to-action buttons, functional icons, or active link states. Because it carries high saturation, avoid using it for large background areas, as it may overwhelm your layout and distract from the primary content.
Which colors pair well with #0195b2 for a balanced palette?
This cyan creates a professional, tech-forward aesthetic when paired with neutral, deep tones like charcoal or slate gray. For higher energy, use it alongside a warm orange or coral to create a vibrant, high-contrast complementary color scheme.
Is #0195b2 readable on white or black?
#0195b2 has a 3.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.94:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.