#01C9F8 Hex Color
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Sparkling cyan with a neon edge, #01c9f8 reads electric and cold, closer to a lit screen than a summer sky. Its high saturation makes it a strong accent on dark interfaces, especially in tech and entertainment branding. Keep it small on light layouts, where it can wash out, and lean on black text for readability at about 10.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #01c9f8
What is #01c9f8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #01c9f8 is rgb(1, 201, 248), in HSL hsl(191, 99%, 49%) and in CMYK 100%, 19%, 0%, 3%.
What colors pair well with #01c9f8?
#01c9f8 flatters deep, quiet partners. Try it against navy for a tech-forward contrast, or with charcoal and warm coral for a bolder, playful mix that still feels balanced.
What mood does #01c9f8 convey?
#01c9f8 feels fresh, cold and stimulating, more electronic than natural thanks to its extreme saturation. It suits brands tied to communication, aerospace and productivity, where clarity and energy matter more than calm.
Is #01c9f8 readable on white or black?
#01c9f8 has a 1.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.71:1 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.