#417BE2 Hex Color
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Bright and strongly saturated, #417be2 is a cool blue with a slight violet cast. Its high color intensity brings energy and focus to interfaces, calls to action, security tools, and technology branding. Use it as a supporting accent rather than a full-page background. The hex code #417be2 supports black text at about 5.2:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #417be2
What is #417be2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #417be2 is rgb(65, 123, 226), in HSL hsl(218, 74%, 57%) and in CMYK 71%, 46%, 0%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #417be2?
#417be2 pairs well with white, soft gray, navy, and warm neutrals; its cool blue-violet cast stands out against pale backgrounds while darker neighboring blues create a focused, layered interface palette.
Is #417be2 warm or cool?
#417be2 reads as a cool blue because its strong blue base carries a slight violet cast, giving it a crisp, energetic feel rather than the warmth associated with yellow- or red-leaning blues. It works well where focus matters.
Is #417be2 readable on white or black?
#417be2 has a 4.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.15:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.