#6AEDBD Hex Color
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This light, saturated mint green carries a cool, clinical clarity. Because it is highly luminous, #6aedbd works best as a vibrant accent rather than a full background color, where it can easily overwhelm the eye. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or muted violet for a modern tech aesthetic. Black text provides excellent legibility against this hex code, ensuring accessibility for interface elements.
Questions about #6aedbd
What is #6aedbd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6aedbd is rgb(106, 237, 189), in HSL hsl(158, 78%, 67%) and in CMYK 55%, 0%, 20%, 7%.
How should I use #6aedbd in UI design?
#6aedbd acts best as a high-visibility accent color rather than a primary background because its high luminosity can quickly fatigue the eye. Use it for call-to-action buttons or status indicators paired with charcoal text to ensure readability.
Does #6aedbd appear warm or cool?
#6aedbd reads as a distinctly cool, clinical green due to its high saturation and bright, icy undertones. It avoids the yellow-heavy warmth of traditional lime or chartreuse, making it a suitable choice for tech-forward or minimalist branding aesthetics.
Is #6aedbd readable on white or black?
#6aedbd has a 1.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.46:1 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.