#4D8CF2 Hex Color
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#4d8cf2 is a bright, saturated blue with a cool, clear finish and enough intensity to command attention. Its energetic character suits call-to-action buttons, technology interfaces, finance tools, and security-focused branding. Use it as a focused accent or supporting tone rather than a full-page background. Black text remains readable, with about a 6.3:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #4d8cf2.
Questions about #4d8cf2
What is #4d8cf2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4d8cf2 is rgb(77, 140, 242), in HSL hsl(217, 86%, 63%) and in CMYK 68%, 42%, 0%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #4d8cf2?
Pair #4d8cf2 with charcoal or deep navy for a controlled, professional contrast, or add a small amount of warm apricot to sharpen its energy. Off-white also softens the palette without competing with the blue's high saturation.
Is #4d8cf2 readable on white or black?
#4d8cf2 has a 3.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.34:1 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.