#2A6FC0 Hex Color
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#2a6fc0 is a confident mid-tone blue, saturated enough to read clearly on screens without shouting. It carries a steady, corporate feel, which is why it shows up in finance, healthcare, and government design. Use it as a primary brand color or for buttons and links, since white text passes AA contrast against it. If you know what colors make gray, you can mute it into a steel tone for supporting UI.
Questions about #2a6fc0
What is #2a6fc0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a6fc0 is rgb(42, 111, 192), in HSL hsl(212, 64%, 46%) and in CMYK 78%, 42%, 0%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #2a6fc0?
Warm neutrals like sand and terracotta give this blue energy, while navy and charcoal keep it serious. For a sharper look, pair it with amber accents.
Is #2a6fc0 readable on white or black?
#2a6fc0 has a 5.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.13:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.