#2A78C0 Hex Color
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A cool, moderately muted blue, #2a78c0 has a softened, slightly gray character rather than a vivid electric finish. Its controlled lightness supports trust and reliability in finance, technology, healthcare, and government branding. Use it as a primary interface or brand color, with white text providing about 4.6:1 contrast. The hex code is #2a78c0.
Questions about #2a78c0
What is #2a78c0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a78c0 is rgb(42, 120, 192), in HSL hsl(209, 64%, 46%) and in CMYK 78%, 38%, 0%, 25%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #2a78c0?
The #2a78c0 hex color pairs well with white, charcoal, and pale blue-gray neutrals, while a restrained amber or terracotta accent adds warmth without overpowering its cool, dependable character in most layouts.
Does #2a78c0 read as warm or cool?
#2a78c0 reads as a cool blue because its hue leans toward cyan rather than violet, while its moderate saturation and softened gray quality keep it calm rather than vivid or electric. That balance supports trustworthy, practical visual systems.
Is #2a78c0 readable on white or black?
#2a78c0 has a 4.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.54:1 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.