#6EA2D0 Hex Color
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This cool, unsaturated blue conveys a sense of stability and professional reliability. Because it reads clearly against black text, it performs well for UI components or data-heavy dashboards where readability matters. Avoid using #6ea2d0 as a primary background, as it can appear slightly washed out. It works best as an accent color paired with deep charcoal or slate greys to create a grounded, trustworthy palette.
Questions about #6ea2d0
What is #6ea2d0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6ea2d0 is rgb(110, 162, 208), in HSL hsl(208, 51%, 62%) and in CMYK 47%, 22%, 0%, 18%.
How does #6ea2d0 perform in interface design?
#6ea2d0 is an excellent choice for UI elements like buttons or status indicators because it maintains clear readability against black text. It functions best as an accent rather than a primary background to avoid looking washed out.
What colors pair well with #6ea2d0?
This muted blue creates a grounded, professional palette when combined with charcoal or deep slate greys. The contrast provides stability without the overwhelming vibrancy of a pure primary blue, making it ideal for clean, data-heavy dashboards.
Is #6ea2d0 readable on white or black?
#6ea2d0 has a 2.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.74:1 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.