#6693E8 Hex Color
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This unsaturated mid-tone blue carries a stable, professional character suitable for finance or security interfaces. Because #6693e8 maintains a 6.9:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works well for UI buttons or functional icons that require high readability. Use it as a supporting tone to ground warmer palettes, as it can feel slightly washed out if used as the primary background color.
Questions about #6693e8
What is #6693e8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6693e8 is rgb(102, 147, 232), in HSL hsl(219, 74%, 65%) and in CMYK 56%, 37%, 0%, 9%.
Where should I use #6693e8 in a web interface?
#6693e8 is ideal for functional elements like primary buttons, status icons, or active navigation states where stability is required. Because it maintains strong readability against black text, it works best as an accent rather than a primary background color.
What colors pair well with #6693e8?
This unsaturated blue pairs effectively with neutral grays for a clean look, or with warm tones like terracotta to create a grounding, balanced contrast. Avoid pairing it with overly vibrant, neon colors, which can make it appear washed out and flat.
Is #6693e8 readable on white or black?
#6693e8 has a 3.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.90:1 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.