#1E02A4 Hex Color
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#1e02a4 is an intense, saturated indigo with a stark, commanding presence. This dark hue functions best as a bold accent or a grounded, modern UI background where readability is paramount. Because it carries such heavy visual weight, pair it with bright white text to maintain high contrast. The hex code for this deep blue is #1e02a4, making it a professional choice for tech-forward branding.
Questions about #1e02a4
What is #1e02a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e02a4 is rgb(30, 2, 164), in HSL hsl(250, 98%, 33%) and in CMYK 82%, 99%, 0%, 36%.
Does #1e02a4 work well for text in user interfaces?
Using #1e02a4 for small body text is generally not recommended as it lacks sufficient contrast against standard white backgrounds. It serves much better as a high-impact background for large, bold white typography or as a primary button color.
What colors pair well with #1e02a4 for a balanced palette?
Is #1e02a4 readable on white or black?
#1e02a4 has a 13.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.59:1 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.