#1749C6 Hex Color
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This bold, saturated blue commands attention without feeling aggressive. Because of its intensity, #1749c6 works best as a punchy accent color rather than a primary background shade. It pairs well with crisp white for high-contrast accessibility, offering a 7.5:1 ratio. Designers frequently use this hex code for call-to-action buttons or highlights in tech and finance interfaces where a sense of reliability is required.
Questions about #1749c6
What is #1749c6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1749c6 is rgb(23, 73, 198), in HSL hsl(223, 79%, 43%) and in CMYK 88%, 63%, 0%, 22%.
Where should I use #1749c6 in a UI design?
#1749c6 is an ideal candidate for high-impact call-to-action buttons or primary interactive elements where you need to project reliability. Its high saturation ensures it stands out against light backgrounds, effectively guiding user attention toward key conversion points.
Is #1749c6 readable on white or black?
#1749c6 has a 7.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.80:1 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.