#1AB0DD Hex Color
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Cool and clear, #1ab0dd is a bright cyan-blue with cool undertones and an airy, almost pastel lightness. Its refreshing character suits communication, technology, children’s products, spring themes, and aerospace interfaces. Use it as a lively supporting tone or background, then pair it with dark text; this hex code has about 8.3:1 contrast with black.
Questions about #1ab0dd
What is #1ab0dd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1ab0dd is rgb(26, 176, 221), in HSL hsl(194, 79%, 48%) and in CMYK 88%, 20%, 0%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #1ab0dd?
It pairs well with dark blue-gray neutrals for grounded contrast, while a muted warm red-orange accent adds energy without competing with its cyan clarity, giving interfaces and youth-focused layouts a clear base with a small flash of warmth. Use the darker neutral for text and structure.
Is #1ab0dd readable on white or black?
#1ab0dd has a 2.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.29:1 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.