#478F9A Hex Color
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An ashy, unsaturated cyan, #478f9a brings a cool and refreshing tone to modern interfaces. This muted shade feels both professional and light, making it a natural choice for technology brands and aerospace projects that value clarity. Designers often apply this hex code to communication tools or children’s products to establish a sense of trust and playful energy without overwhelming the eye.
Questions about #478f9a
What is #478f9a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #478f9a is rgb(71, 143, 154), in HSL hsl(188, 37%, 44%) and in CMYK 54%, 7%, 0%, 40%.
What makes #478f9a effective for technology branding?
It strikes a balance between professional trust and the approachable, light energy that modern tech interfaces demand. This ashy cyan avoids the harshness of brighter blues, ensuring it remains readable while signaling clarity and stable, forward-thinking design solutions.
Is #478f9a readable on white or black?
#478f9a has a 3.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.66:1 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.