#2E78B8 Hex Color
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#2e78b8 is a muted, cool blue with moderate saturation. This shade functions best as a dominant interface color for finance or tech branding. White text maintains a 4.7:1 contrast ratio against this hue, easily meeting accessibility standards for readable body copy. Pair this hex code with soft off-whites rather than pure white to minimize its slightly clinical feel.
Questions about #2e78b8
What is #2e78b8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e78b8 is rgb(46, 120, 184), in HSL hsl(208, 60%, 45%) and in CMYK 75%, 35%, 0%, 28%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
What makes #2e78b8 a strong choice for interface design?
The #2e78b8 hex color offers a 4.7:1 contrast ratio with white text, which satisfies standard accessibility requirements for readability. Its moderate saturation provides a calm, trustworthy aesthetic that feels professional for financial dashboards and tech applications without straining the eyes.
How should I pair #2e78b8 with other colors?
Use soft, creamy off-whites rather than pure white to prevent the #2e78b8 blue from appearing too clinical. For accent colors, deep charcoal or slate tones work well to maintain a balanced, sophisticated palette in your UI layouts.
Is #2e78b8 readable on white or black?
#2e78b8 has a 4.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.49:1 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.