#04E088 Hex Color

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This electric green is sharp, neon, and impossible to ignore. Because of its high saturation, use #04e088 as a 10% accent rather than a dominant background to avoid visual fatigue. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or matte black for a modern, high-contrast look. This hex code maintains a 12.0:1 contrast ratio against black text, ensuring perfect legibility for interface design.

Questions about #04e088

What is #04e088 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #04e088 is rgb(4, 224, 136), in HSL hsl(156, 96%, 45%) and in CMYK 98%, 0%, 39%, 12%.
How should I use #04e088 in a UI design?
Use #04e088 sparingly as an accent for call-to-action buttons or status indicators, as its high saturation can quickly overwhelm a user interface. Pair it with neutral colors like charcoal or deep matte black to maintain visual balance and legibility.
Is #04e088 readable on white or black?
#04e088 has a 1.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.02:1 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.