#4B98A4 Hex Color
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This dusty cyan sits in a cool, unsaturated middle ground. Because it feels approachable and stable, #4b98a4 works well for modern tech interfaces or productivity tools where clarity matters. Pair it with soft warm grays to avoid a washed-out look. With a contrast ratio of 6.3:1 against black, this hex code remains legible even in small body text sizes.
Questions about #4b98a4
What is #4b98a4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4b98a4 is rgb(75, 152, 164), in HSL hsl(188, 37%, 47%) and in CMYK 54%, 7%, 0%, 36%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Which colors work well in a palette with #4b98a4?
Pair #4b98a4 with soft warm grays to balance its cool, dusty undertones and prevent the design from looking washed out. It also creates a cohesive, modern aesthetic when accented alongside muted charcoal or crisp white text.
Is #4b98a4 readable on white or black?
#4b98a4 has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.32:1 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.