#268EEF Hex Color
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This high-energy blue acts as an effective accent color for buttons and data visualization. Because of its intense saturation, it shines brightest when used sparingly rather than as a large background. The hex code #268eef offers a 6.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, ensuring excellent readability for small interface elements. Pair it with soft warm grays to balance the boldness of this specific shade.
Questions about #268eef
What is #268eef in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #268eef is rgb(38, 142, 239), in HSL hsl(209, 86%, 54%) and in CMYK 84%, 41%, 0%, 6%.
How should #268eef be used in UI design?
Use #268eef primarily as an accent for call-to-action buttons or data visualizations where high energy is needed. Because of its intense saturation, avoid using this blue for large backgrounds to prevent visual fatigue and maintain interface readability.
What neutral colors pair well with #268eef?
Pair #268eef with warm grays or soft off-whites to ground its intensity and create a balanced, professional look. These neutral tones soften the electric quality of the blue while allowing it to remain the focal point of your design layout.
Is #268eef readable on white or black?
#268eef has a 3.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.19:1 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.