#078787 Hex Color
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#078787 is a cool, tempered teal that balances professional trust with a modern, refreshing edge. It works best as an accent color in tech-forward branding or communication designs. Because this hex code offers strong readability against black text, it also functions well for data visualization or UI elements. Pair it with warm, dusty oranges to soften its clinical, cyan-heavy character.
Questions about #078787
What is #078787 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #078787 is rgb(7, 135, 135), in HSL hsl(180, 90%, 28%) and in CMYK 95%, 0%, 0%, 47%.
Which colors pair best with #078787?
#078787 functions best when balanced by warm, dusty oranges or muted neutrals. These complementary tones soften the clinical, cyan-heavy nature of the teal, allowing you to create high-contrast palettes that remain approachable for modern user interfaces and branding.
Is #078787 suitable for text-heavy UI designs?
Yes, #078787 offers strong readability against black text, making it an excellent choice for data visualization or specific UI components. Its tempered character avoids the harshness of pure cyan while maintaining the professional trust often associated with deep teal hues.
Is #078787 readable on white or black?
#078787 has a 4.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.82:1 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.