#0428AE Hex Color
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This deep, saturated blue provides a solid foundation for corporate branding, security interfaces, and formal design. Its high contrast against white text makes it an excellent choice for readable UI elements. The hex code for this assertive shade is #0428ae. If you are experimenting with mixing blue, remember that this specific tone works best as a primary base rather than a subtle accent.
Questions about #0428ae
What is #0428ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0428ae is rgb(4, 40, 174), in HSL hsl(227, 96%, 35%) and in CMYK 98%, 77%, 0%, 32%.
What works well alongside #0428ae?
Since #0428ae is such an intense, saturated blue, it benefits from pairing with neutral, light tones to prevent visual overwhelm. Try pairing it with off-white or a light gray for high readability in corporate UI designs.
Is #0428ae suitable for text?
Yes, #0428ae works exceptionally well for text against light backgrounds due to its deep saturation and high contrast. Its strong pigment ensures that small-scale interface elements remain legible and distinct even on high-resolution screens.
Is #0428ae readable on white or black?
#0428ae has a 10.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.91:1 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.