#68E5B1 Hex Color
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This bright, high-chroma teal carries a crisp, mint-like energy that commands attention. The hex code #68e5b1 functions best as a small accent color for UI buttons or data visualization, as it becomes overpowering when used for large backgrounds. It offers exceptional readability with black text, providing a 13.4:1 contrast ratio that meets strict accessibility standards. Use it sparingly to inject clean clarity into your design system.
Questions about #68e5b1
What is #68e5b1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #68e5b1 is rgb(104, 229, 177), in HSL hsl(155, 71%, 65%) and in CMYK 55%, 0%, 23%, 10%.
Which design contexts suit the high energy of #68e5b1?
This color functions best as a surgical, small-scale accent to highlight important data or interactivity within a cleaner, neutral interface. Because of its intense, high-chroma nature, using it on large surfaces often overwhelms the design and creates unnecessary visual noise.
Is #68e5b1 readable on white or black?
#68e5b1 has a 1.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.43:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.