#11BC00 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#11bc00 is a high-chroma green with intense saturation that demands immediate attention. Because it is so aggressive, it functions best as a small, high-contrast accent rather than a background color. Black text remains highly legible against this tone, making it effective for call-to-action buttons or iconography. The hex code for this piercing green is #11bc00.
Questions about #11bc00
What is #11bc00 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #11bc00 is rgb(17, 188, 0), in HSL hsl(115, 100%, 37%) and in CMYK 91%, 0%, 100%, 26%.
What makes #11bc00 a good choice for UI design?
The intense saturation of #11bc00 makes it an excellent choice for call-to-action buttons or status indicators where you need to draw the eye immediately. Since black text remains highly legible against this tone, it ensures your interface elements remain accessible and functional.
How can I use #11bc00 without overwhelming my layout?
Because #11bc00 is visually aggressive, use it sparingly as a highlight or accent rather than a background shade. You might balance its intensity by placing it alongside a neutral charcoal or a deep gray, which prevents the green from dominating the entire screen design.
Is #11bc00 readable on white or black?
#11bc00 has a 2.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.21:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.