#050302 Hex Color
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This near-black shade is nearly void of light, appearing somber and sooty with a subtle, earthy warmth. Because it reads as a softer, less sterile alternative to pure black, #050302 works best as a background for high-end editorial designs. With a contrast ratio of 20.6:1 against white text, the hex code #050302 provides excellent readability for small type in dark mode interfaces.
Questions about #050302
What is #050302 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #050302 is rgb(5, 3, 2), in HSL hsl(20, 43%, 1%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 60%, 98%.
Why use #050302 instead of pure black?
Using #050302 creates a more natural, less sterile look for interfaces because it avoids the harsh visual vibration of absolute black. The subtle earthy undertones make it significantly easier on the eyes for extended reading in dark mode environments.
Is #050302 readable on white or black?
#050302 has a 20.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.02:1 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.