#6DC5BF Hex Color
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This unsaturated teal sits in a cool, airy space suitable for modern UI interfaces. The hex code #6dc5bf offers excellent readability for black text with a 10.4:1 contrast ratio, exceeding WCAG standards for body copy. Due to its muted chroma, this shade works best as a supporting accent rather than a full-page background. Pair it with dark charcoal grays to create a clean, grounded contrast.
Questions about #6dc5bf
What is #6dc5bf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6dc5bf is rgb(109, 197, 191), in HSL hsl(176, 43%, 60%) and in CMYK 45%, 0%, 3%, 23%.
What color combinations work best with #6dc5bf?
Using #6dc5bf alongside charcoal or dark gray creates a balanced, grounded contrast that is highly readable. Because this teal is muted, it sits comfortably against neutral backgrounds, making it an ideal choice for UI elements that need emphasis without being overwhelming.
Is #6dc5bf suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #6dc5bf offers excellent readability for black text, boasting a 10.4:1 contrast ratio that exceeds standard accessibility guidelines. While the color itself is light, it performs best when used as a button or accent rather than primary body text, ensuring both style and usability.
Is #6dc5bf readable on white or black?
#6dc5bf has a 2.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.38:1 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.