#131516 Hex Color
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This near-black gray acts as a sophisticated base for dark mode interfaces. It offers a softer alternative to pure black, preventing harsh visual strain while maintaining high contrast. Because it provides an 18.3:1 ratio with white text, accessibility remains excellent for small body content. The hex code for this neutral shade is #131516, which works effectively alongside warm metallics or stark white accents.
Questions about #131516
What is #131516 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #131516 is rgb(19, 21, 22), in HSL hsl(200, 7%, 8%) and in CMYK 14%, 5%, 0%, 91%.
Why use #131516 instead of pure black?
Using #131516 reduces digital eye strain by lowering the intense contrast flicker found in pure black and white designs. It creates a more natural, sophisticated depth that makes white text appear easier to read on digital screens for extended periods.
What accent colors work best with #131516?
Is #131516 readable on white or black?
#131516 has a 18.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.14:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.