#426AE4 Hex Color
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#426ae4 is an intense, saturated blue with a high chroma that commands immediate attention. Its heavy visual weight makes it an ideal choice for high-impact buttons and primary calls to action. While it offers enough contrast for legible white text, it can feel aggressive if used across large backgrounds. Use this hex code as a 10% accent to provide structure and focus to your interface.
Questions about #426ae4
What is #426ae4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #426ae4 is rgb(66, 106, 228), in HSL hsl(225, 75%, 58%) and in CMYK 71%, 54%, 0%, 11%.
How should I use #426ae4 in a professional interface?
Limit #426ae4 to small, high-impact elements like primary buttons or active states, as its high saturation can become overwhelming on large surfaces. It pairs beautifully with neutral slate backgrounds, keeping the interface clean while ensuring the blue remains the focal point.
Is #426ae4 readable on white or black?
#426ae4 has a 4.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.41:1 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.