#565656 Hex Color
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This dark, neutral grey acts as a solid foundation for clean interface design. With a hex code of #565656, it provides excellent readability for white text, achieving a high 7.3:1 contrast ratio. Designers often use this shade for body text or subtle backgrounds because it feels professional and restrained. It remains stable, though it can appear flat when paired with other overly desaturated tones.
Questions about #565656
What is #565656 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #565656 is rgb(86, 86, 86), in HSL hsl(0, 0%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 0%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #565656?
This neutral tone pairs effectively with mustard or terracotta to introduce warmth, while sky blue creates a crisp, modern professional palette. Since it is a balanced grey, it effectively anchors brighter accent colors without competing for visual attention.
Is #565656 readable on white or black?
#565656 has a 7.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.86:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.