#048ABF Hex Color
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#048abf is a saturated, cool mid-tone that feels professional and steady. Its clear, corporate character makes it a staple for fintech or security branding where reliability is paramount. This shade provides enough contrast to pair easily with black text for accessible UI design. Because it lacks gray undertones, use #048abf as a dominant color in interface backgrounds rather than a supporting accent.
Questions about #048abf
What is #048abf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #048abf is rgb(4, 138, 191), in HSL hsl(197, 96%, 38%) and in CMYK 98%, 28%, 0%, 25%.
What design context works best for #048abf?
#048abf serves as an ideal dominant color for fintech or security-focused user interfaces because it feels stable and trustworthy. It lacks gray undertones, allowing it to stand out against white backgrounds while maintaining professional readability for critical data displays.
Is #048abf readable on white or black?
#048abf has a 3.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.39:1 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.