#4D7173 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted cyan sits in a quiet space between blue and green. Because #4d7173 is highly unsaturated, it works well as a subtle background color for technology interfaces that prioritize readability. Pair it with crisp white text to achieve accessible contrast ratios. It feels professional and composed, making it a reliable choice for supporting elements rather than loud, dominant accents.
Questions about #4d7173
What is #4d7173 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4d7173 is rgb(77, 113, 115), in HSL hsl(183, 20%, 38%) and in CMYK 33%, 2%, 0%, 55%. Browse more shades of blue with names and hex codes.
Why does #4d7173 work well for technology interfaces?
The high level of desaturation in #4d7173 reduces visual noise, making it an excellent candidate for backgrounds that need to remain unobtrusive. It creates a professional, grounded atmosphere that keeps the focus on important information or interactive elements.
Is #4d7173 readable on white or black?
#4d7173 has a 5.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.92:1 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.