#247CAF Hex Color
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This medium-toned, unsaturated blue carries a professional weight suitable for security and finance applications. Because it offers a solid 4.6:1 contrast ratio against white text, it works well for UI buttons or small, legible labels. Pair #247caf with soft greys or a crisp off-white to ground its cool temperature. The hex code for this steady, reliable blue is #247caf.
Questions about #247caf
What is #247caf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #247caf is rgb(36, 124, 175), in HSL hsl(202, 66%, 41%) and in CMYK 79%, 29%, 0%, 31%.
Why is #247caf considered effective for UI design?
This blue maintains a 4.6:1 contrast ratio against white, which satisfies standard accessibility requirements for essential text and interactive elements. Its unsaturated quality reduces eye strain, making it a superior choice for long-form dashboard interfaces or dense financial applications where readability is the primary goal.
What colors coordinate well with #247caf?
Is #247caf readable on white or black?
#247caf has a 4.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.57:1 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 works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.