#09A3B7 Hex Color
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This cool cyan sits in a mid-range of saturation, landing between a bright sky blue and a deeper teal. Because #09a3b7 remains quite legible against black text, it works well as a primary CTA button or icon color. Pair it with soft, warm grays to prevent the shade from feeling too clinical in tech-focused interfaces. The hex code for this cyan is #09a3b7.
Questions about #09a3b7
What is #09a3b7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #09a3b7 is rgb(9, 163, 183), in HSL hsl(187, 91%, 38%) and in CMYK 95%, 11%, 0%, 28%.
How can I use #09a3b7 effectively in UI design?
Use #09a3b7 as a primary call-to-action button or icon color to draw immediate attention without overwhelming the page. It maintains excellent readability against dark or black text, making it a reliable choice for functional digital interfaces requiring high-contrast visual cues.
What colors pair well with #09a3b7?
To balance the cool, aquatic intensity of #09a3b7, pair it with soft, warm grays or neutral beiges to prevent the interface from appearing too clinical. For a bold, modern palette, introduce a deep navy or a muted coral to complement its teal undertones.
Is #09a3b7 readable on white or black?
#09a3b7 has a 3.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.93:1 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.