#17AFB2 Hex Color
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#17afb2 is a cool, unsaturated cyan that feels refreshing and clear. Because it maintains strong legibility with black text, it functions well as a base for UI buttons or data-heavy communication dashboards. Use this color as an accent to ground brighter palettes, as it can appear slightly washed out if used too generously across a full background. Learn what colors make gray to properly balance its cool undertones.
Questions about #17afb2
What is #17afb2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #17afb2 is rgb(23, 175, 178), in HSL hsl(181, 77%, 39%) and in CMYK 87%, 2%, 0%, 30%.
What works best as a companion color for #17afb2?
Because #17afb2 is a cool and unsaturated cyan, it grounds well against high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp white. For a more vibrant scheme, try pairing it with a warm, desaturated coral or soft peach to balance the coolness.
Is #17afb2 suitable for text-heavy UI designs?
Yes, #17afb2 retains strong legibility when paired with dark text, which makes it an ideal choice for primary buttons or status indicators in data-heavy dashboards. Just ensure your background contrast ratio is high enough to maintain accessibility standards for all users.
Is #17afb2 readable on white or black?
#17afb2 has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.81:1 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.