#4C999B Hex Color
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This unsaturated, dusty cyan functions best as a grounding neutral or a supporting tone in interface design. Because #4c999b feels cool and composed, it provides excellent readability for small body text when paired with black. Avoid using it as a dominant background on large screens, as it can appear flat. Instead, apply this hex code as an accent color for a refreshing, professional touch in technology or corporate branding.
Questions about #4c999b
What is #4c999b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4c999b is rgb(76, 153, 155), in HSL hsl(182, 34%, 45%) and in CMYK 51%, 1%, 0%, 39%.
What colors pair best with #4c999b for a balanced palette?
Is #4c999b readable on white or black?
#4c999b has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.33:1 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.