#05A88D Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated teal sits comfortably between blue and green. It provides a balanced, clear presence that works well in healthcare or tech interfaces. Because black text offers strong contrast at a 7.0:1 ratio, #05a88d functions effectively for both small body copy and UI elements. Avoid using it as a full-page background, as it works best when paired with warm gray or crisp white as a supporting accent.
Questions about #05a88d
What is #05a88d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #05a88d is rgb(5, 168, 141), in HSL hsl(170, 94%, 34%) and in CMYK 97%, 0%, 16%, 34%.
What colors pair best with #05a88d for a balanced palette?
The balanced nature of #05a88d works best when paired with neutral foundations like warm gray or crisp white to prevent the teal from overwhelming the design. Avoid using it for full-page backgrounds, as it functions more effectively as a focused accent.
Is #05a88d readable on white or black?
#05a88d has a 3.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.99:1 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.