#38ADB7 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated cyan carries a distinct clinical feel, making it a natural fit for tech interfaces and clean branding. Because black text offers strong 7.8:1 contrast against it, #38adb7 works well as a primary background color for digital products. It looks cleaner when paired with warm, earthy neutrals than with other bright blues, which can dull its unique, refreshing character.
Questions about #38adb7
What is #38adb7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #38adb7 is rgb(56, 173, 183), in HSL hsl(185, 53%, 47%) and in CMYK 69%, 5%, 0%, 28%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Why is #38adb7 effective for digital interface backgrounds?
#38adb7 offers high readability because it maintains a strong 7.8:1 contrast ratio against standard black text. This balance ensures users can navigate your application comfortably while benefiting from the refreshing, professional visual weight this specific cyan provides.
What colors pair best with #38adb7?
Because this color has a clinical edge, it functions best when grounded by warm, earthy neutrals rather than competing bright blues. Try pairing it with a deep charcoal for text or soft beige tones to balance its cool intensity.
Is #38adb7 readable on white or black?
#38adb7 has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.82:1 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.