#37ACBE Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated cyan carries a refreshing, bright quality that works well in tech interfaces and clean branding. Because black text provides a strong 7.8:1 contrast, it is a safe choice for small body text and readable UI elements. The hex code for this cyan is #37acbe. Pair it with deep charcoals to ground the saturation, as it can appear washed out against lighter, softer neutrals.
Questions about #37acbe
What is #37acbe in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #37acbe is rgb(55, 172, 190), in HSL hsl(188, 55%, 48%) and in CMYK 71%, 9%, 0%, 25%.
Does #37acbe work well for UI text?
Yes, #37acbe provides excellent readability against dark backgrounds, maintaining a strong 7.8:1 contrast ratio when paired with black text. It functions well as a primary accent for buttons or navigation elements in digital interfaces, ensuring users can clearly see interactive components.
Which colors pair best with #37acbe?
Because #37acbe is a bright and unsaturated cyan, it looks best when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal. Avoid placing it against light or soft neutrals, where the color can appear washed out, and instead use darker tones to provide necessary visual weight.
Is #37acbe readable on white or black?
#37acbe has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.80:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.