#1C2733 Hex Color
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This dusty, inky blue carries a serious, muted tone that borders on grey. Because of its low saturation and dark value, hex code #1c2733 functions best as a dominant background for dark mode interfaces. It pairs effectively with high-contrast white text for readability. Avoid using it for fine details or small text where the lack of chroma might cause the color to appear muddy or washed out.
Questions about #1c2733
What is #1c2733 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1c2733 is rgb(28, 39, 51), in HSL hsl(211, 29%, 15%) and in CMYK 45%, 24%, 0%, 80%.
How should I use #1c2733 in user interface design?
#1c2733 functions best as a dominant background color for dark mode web interfaces because of its low saturation. Use it alongside high-contrast white or soft cream text to ensure readability, but avoid using it for small text or fine details where it may appear muddy.
Is #1c2733 readable on white or black?
#1c2733 has a 15.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.38:1 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.