#38BF2F Hex Color
An intense, high-energy green for modern interfaces
This high-chroma green demands attention with its intense, saturated output. Because of its brightness, #38bf2f works best as a bold UI accent or call-to-action button rather than a large-scale background. It offers excellent contrast for black text, making it highly readable for interface elements. Use this hex code sparingly to maintain balance in a layout.
Questions about #38bf2f
What is #38bf2f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #38bf2f is rgb(56, 191, 47), in HSL hsl(116, 61%, 47%) and in CMYK 71%, 0%, 75%, 25%.
When should #38bf2f be used in a user interface?
Use #38bf2f sparingly as an accent for call-to-action buttons or success messages rather than a background color. Its high saturation and intensity naturally draw the eye, making it highly effective for highlighting specific interactive elements that require immediate user engagement.
Is #38bf2f readable on white or black?
#38bf2f has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.66:1 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.