#4493E3 Hex Color
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A saturated, electric blue, #4493e3 commands immediate attention without feeling aggressive. This cool tone excels as a bold accent or primary interface color, particularly for tech and security brands that need to convey stability. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it works well for UI elements like buttons or status indicators. The hex code for this vivid blue is #4493e3.
Questions about #4493e3
What is #4493e3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4493e3 is rgb(68, 147, 227), in HSL hsl(210, 74%, 58%) and in CMYK 70%, 35%, 0%, 11%.
Does #4493e3 work well for text interfaces?
#4493e3 offers excellent readability when placed against white or very light neutral backgrounds, but it lacks sufficient contrast against black for accessibility compliance. It functions best as an accent for call-to-action buttons or status indicators rather than main body text.
What colors pair harmoniously with #4493e3?
This electric blue pairs effectively with charcoal for a sophisticated, high-contrast look, or with crisp white to emphasize its saturated tone. For a more balanced, modern palette, combine it with soft grays to ground its intense, energetic profile.
Is #4493e3 readable on white or black?
#4493e3 has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.52:1 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.