#249DA4 Hex Color
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This tempered cyan balances between a bright sky and deep water. With its unsaturated, cool profile, #249da4 functions well as an accent color for productivity apps or tech interfaces. It offers a 6.4:1 contrast ratio against black, making it highly legible for small text or icons. The hex code #249da4 provides a refreshing, steady feel that avoids looking washed out in digital layouts.
Questions about #249da4
What is #249da4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #249da4 is rgb(36, 157, 164), in HSL hsl(183, 64%, 39%) and in CMYK 78%, 4%, 0%, 36%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Where should I use #249da4 in a design layout?
#249da4 functions best as a functional accent color for buttons, active states, or data visualization elements in tech interfaces. Its steady, unsaturated tone provides high legibility against black, helping you maintain a clean, professional aesthetic without overwhelming the user.
What colors pair well with #249da4?
Is #249da4 readable on white or black?
#249da4 has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.43:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.