#1738DB Hex Color
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This high-intensity blue commands immediate attention, making it ideal for call-to-action buttons or energetic brand accents. Because it is so saturated, use it sparingly as a 10% pop rather than a background color. It pairs surprisingly well with warm amber or soft cream to balance its aggressive, electric character. The hex code for this vivid shade is #1738db, which provides excellent contrast against white text.
Questions about #1738db
What is #1738db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1738db is rgb(23, 56, 219), in HSL hsl(230, 81%, 47%) and in CMYK 89%, 74%, 0%, 14%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
How should I use #1738db effectively in a user interface?
#1738db is best used as a high-contrast accent color for buttons or primary links rather than a large background field. Because of its intense saturation, it acts as a visual magnet that grabs attention immediately without needing excessive scale.
What colors pair well with #1738db for a balanced palette?
Is #1738db readable on white or black?
#1738db has a 8.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.