#0C6CD9 Hex Color
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#0c6cd9 is a punchy, high-saturation blue that commands attention without feeling overwhelming. Because of its intense brightness, it works best as a 10% accent color for calls to action or UI highlights rather than a full page background. White text sits comfortably on this shade, meeting WCAG AA standards. For designers seeking other shades of blue, this hex code pairs effectively with crisp greys or muted corals.
Questions about #0c6cd9
What is #0c6cd9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #0c6cd9 is rgb(12, 108, 217), in HSL hsl(212, 90%, 45%) and in CMYK 94%, 50%, 0%, 15%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #0c6cd9?
#0c6cd9 pairs effectively with crisp light gray or muted coral tones. Because of its high saturation, it creates a balanced visual hierarchy when used sparingly against neutral backgrounds rather than competing with other bright colors.
Where is the best place to use #0c6cd9 in a UI design?
Use #0c6cd9 as a 10% accent color for calls to action, buttons, or key UI elements that require immediate attention. Its intensity makes it a poor choice for large backgrounds but an excellent choice for primary interface highlights.
Is #0c6cd9 readable on white or black?
#0c6cd9 has a 5.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.16:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.